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Aiding Your Kids To Become The Best They Can Be
When you have kids, you are signing up to be everything to that little human. In the beginning, you are going to be the one that they rely on for everything from changing them, to feeding them, to giving them comfort when they are scared, and so on. As they grow up, their needs might change, but that doesn’t mean that they aren’t as intense. As a parent, it’s your job to ensure that they are growing up to become the very best version of themselves, and that’s not always an easy thing to do. The mistake that a lot of parents make is thinking that they don’t have much…
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The Cure From The Dreaded “I’m BORED!!” Thank You Target!
Sometimes doesn’t it feel like summer vacation won’t ever END!??!!? Like when will the kids finally go back to SCHOOL!!?!?! Now, that really is a double-edged sword right there. I remember when my baby Zachary graduated from school and moved into his first apartment. That empty nest hit me HARD. I walked into Target intent on doing my shopping when I saw the Back To School sale had started. OHMYYYYYYYYGOSH!!! I totally broke down. We are talking THE UGLY CRY!! I was a solid mess. IN. THE. MIDDLE. OF. WALMART. Let’s just say more than a few heads turned that day. I rushed out of the store, sat in my…
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Discover The Most Common Discomforts During Pregnancy
Being pregnant is one of the best feelings in the world. The knowledge that another life is growing inside you is empowering and uplifting. Unfortunately, despite some of the stories you hear, pregnancy is not all plain sailing, there are often issues, pain, and discomfort. Fortunately, being aware of these discomforts can help you prepare for them and still enjoy the experience. Of course, knowing what the discomfort is doesn’t excuse you from seeing a reputable obstetrician Sydney to ensure your pregnancy is progressing as it should be. Vomiting and nausea This is one of the most common signs that you are pregnant and generally occurs during the first three…
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How To Monitor Your Child’s Education Progress
If you are wondering how, you can monitor your kid’s progress at school, this is for you. There are four main ways that parents monitor their children’s academic performance. They look at the school report, consult a competence assessment test, speak to the teacher, and speak to the child. Alone, each strategy does not solve everything, but they complement each other. School Reports The easiest way to see your child’s progress is through the school reports. Most district schools have online records that parents can easily access. If you need further clarification on the report or the teacher’s comments, the teacher is often a call away. The problem with the…
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Is Light Therapy Suitable For Children?
Light therapy is an amazing technology that has changed our conventional concept therapy significantly. With a little bit of time, technology has evolved a lot and provides us with numerous benefits. A lot of industries are now experimenting with light therapy, gained and adopted this therapy in their regarding sectors. So, why should the child care industry lag behind them? As per research, light therapy has numerous benefits for mental health and physical health conditions. Children are not prone to such diseases and can be affected as much as an adult if not more. So, the researchers developed light therapy devices keeping the welfare of the children in mind. In…
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Complementing Your Plus-Size Physique with the Right Dress for a Stunning Effect
“I am chunky, I will not be able to dress stunningly,” you may protest. Who says that fashion is created for runway models alone? You don’t have to spot a model-like physique to look great in your outfits. So, kindly get such discouraging thoughts off your mind. Understand that fashion is an art and you are the artist. You can decide what your appearance would be on any day. Do you want to keep things simple or do you want to paint the town red? There is always that outfit for the occasion. Even if you have just a few pieces of plus size clothing in your wardrobe, you can…
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April is Autism Awareness Month #SensoryFriendlyMask #GIVEAWAY
I am the first to admit that what I know about Autism could fit on the head of a sewing pin. So we are talking NADDA!! The only thing I ever struggled with when my kids were little was dealing with pets and kids. Here are a few things that I have learned about Autism: Did you know? About one-in-54 children has been identified with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Centers for Disease Control and Prevention About one-in-six children aged 3–17 years (17%) were diagnosed with a developmental disability as reported by parents, during a study period of 2009-2017. These included autism, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, blindness and cerebral palsy, among others. What…
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The Surprising Benefits Of Movement And Dance For Toddlers
You’ve probably seen the videos where babies and toddlers are dancing in their car seats to the latest pop or rock song. You may feel that some parents have too much time on their hands or simply listen to the same song too often. However, the truth is that movement and dance in particular, can be a great way for toddlers to learn new skills. Once you realize the benefits of dance you’ll be wondering why you didn’t sign your child up sooner. Coordination Toddlers are just learning about the world around them and their own physical limits. At times they can be ungainly as they learn how to coordinate…