Curly hair presents challenges when you need to care for it. Overbrushing can cause it to frizz out and be even more unmanageable, but not caring for it can cause massive tangles and tears. Here are some tips to help you when it comes to caring for your child’s naturally curly hair. Brush Judiciously Brush […]
Even Moms Need Naps: 3 Signs You Could Use a Break (and How to Get One)
Any full-time job runs the risk of burnout and being a mom is no exception. You have to juggle the calendar of everyone in the family on top of your own. You may even have a desk job as well. Don’t just “muscle through.” Notice when you start to flag so you can take action […]
5 Comfort Secrets for a Bouncing Happy Baby
With so many new designs in parenting tools on the market, how do you decide which are the best for you and your baby? The choices can be simple and inexpensive. For your happy, bouncy baby, these five steps will smooth many a stormy sea of frustration. Communicate Your baby learns far more quickly than […]
3 Small Ways to Make Self-Care Fit in Your Busy Parenting Schedule
As a parent, you know the value of taking care of yourself. You also recognize that actually finding time to do so can be difficult at best. If you’re looking to take better care of yourself so that you can be a better caretaker for your child, though, you’ll want to take a look at […]
4 Ways to Make Your Home More Hospitable for a Child With Asthma
According to the CDC, just over 25 million Americans have asthma, and this respiratory condition has become much more pervasive in recent years. If your child has been diagnosed with asthma, then you need to come up with a comprehensive plan for eradicating airborne irritants in your home. Clean as Often as Possible The first […]
4 Benefits of Making Time for Friends as a Parent
Between work, household chores, and ensuring the kids get here and there, American families can’t seem to slow down these days. Throw in that some are taking care of their own aging parents or working second jobs, and most parents find little time for themselves, much less time to maintain meaningful friendships. If this sounds […]
