There is no a better time of the year to teach children about the true spirit of Christmas then during the holidays. World Vision offers five great ways for parents to lead by example and teach their children the true spirit of the holidays: Consider do-it-yourself gifts, like no-sew fleece blankets that you can make with […]
Tips to Protect Your Kids
Parents are trying to keep their children closer. Most of us run background checks on troop leaders, babysitters, and even family friends. But still children go missing. Every day in the United States, 2,000 youngsters are reported missing, according to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. Each year, 58,000 are taken by people […]
New Technology to Keep Your Children Safe
Safety is a HUGE concern for everyone. But all parents worry about their kids safety. Especially the safety of teenagers and pre-teens. However, a new technology is making sure that your kids stay safe. This technology is called StreetSafe and there is nothing like it on the market today. It turns your smart phones into […]
Tips for Keeping Kids Busy!
During the holiday season with all the parties, meals, and fun stuff it can be hard to keep the kids busy. But here are 9 great tips to keep even the most energetic kiddie busy during this festive season. 1. Put on paper faces. Make a paper plate Santa (elf, turkey or silly face). Give […]
Let The Kids Help!
I’m a mom of eight kids, and the hardest part of the day is meal times. Not only does prepping the food take awhile, but you also have to handle the kids grumbling and trying to keep them calm. However, during the holiday season it is even worse! How do you handle a crying baby, […]
Signs A Child Is Too Busy
Whether it’s after school sports or other extra-curricular activities, or holiday schedules, it’s easy to overbook children and teens at this time of year. All of the things your child participates in are important. So how do you know when you’ve passed the tipping point and your child is too busy? Here are two signs […]