Raising families in today’s technology-driven society can be daunting. We hear tales of cyberbullying, sexting, identity theft, and child predators that can leave us questioning if our devices deserve a place in our family life. While the threats posed are real, we can’t rule out the many positives technology brings to the table. With intentional […]
Category: Big Kid
We know you probably hear this all the time, but don’t kids grow up so fast!? One minute you’re worrying that your baby will never sleep through the night and may very well go to school without being potty trained and the next minute, they’re all grown up (which brings it’s own set of challenges!). Don’t worry because here you’ll find parenting tips, through big kid articles, videos and activities on fostering positive friendships, healthy eating habits, language and developmental delays, protecting your children from predators, reinforcing learning at home and more!
From Sniffles to Stitches: Caring for Your Child’s Health – Teleclass Re-cap
As a parent, your child’s health is of the utmost importance. This week, we held a very important and informative teleclass on caring for your child’s health, generously sponsored by Pager and expertly presented by Kim Henderson, MD, JD, experienced emergency medicine physician and loving mom. Dr. Henderson offered guidance to help you keep your […]
Back to School Travel Safety – Booster Seats, Carpools & General Travel Safety: Teleclass Re-cap
Does your child start school this year or is he/she getting ready to go back to school? Have you given thought to the drop off line at school or even carpooling and booster seats? This week is Child Passenger Safety Week! We held a very important teleclass, expertly presented by Sarah Tilton, Child Passenger Safety […]
Microwave Blueberry Jam
Are you looking for a quick way to make jam without any added preservatives? Try this easy microwave blueberry jam that can be done in less than ten minutes in your microwave. I had some overripe blueberries at home and didn’t want to waste them, so I decided to try a jam with them. I pureed […]
Imagine Swimming – Empowering Kids to Be in the Water
Sponsored Content My two daughters (3 and 5) have been taking swim lessons on and off since they were each about nine months old. But it wasn’t until taking lessons this summer at Imagine Swimming that they were both able to swim without any flotation device. Imagine Swimming is a special place – from the […]
Grandmother Angry about Gaining Two More Grandchildren
My son, who has custody of his two children (a girl and a boy), is going to marry a woman with two girls of her own. The four children are all between the ages of 9 and 12. My husband and I have been told that we must treat these two girls the same as […]
Keeping Your Kids Healthy and Fit During the School Year
Your child’s health is your first priority, and one of the best ways to keep her strong and active is with fitness programs designed for younger children. These programs are not intended to increase muscle mass or definition, but rather focus on teaching kids to how to use their energy in a beneficial manner. Childhood […]
4 Ways to Have a Great Summer Staycation With Your Kids
When we hear the word vacation, some of us may think of the classic eighties tune of the same name by the all-girl group the Go Go’s: “Vacation, all I ever wanted, Vacation, had to get away.” But for many busy Moms these days who are on a tight budget, this type of getaway may […]