This past holiday season, as I walked through a local boutique, I saw all kinds of books, cards, plaques, and other collectible items that extolled the virtues of grandparents and grandchildren. While some of the quotations and phrases could seem a bit cliche, they all made it clear that there is nothing quite like the relationship that exists between a grandmother and her grandchildren.Though the rush and bustle of gift-giving is over for the...more
In our current day and age, our society places so much emphasis on women becoming educated, driven contributors to every category in the workforce. While this is such a positive thing, particularly compared to the misogynistic oppression from which we have come, it also leaves us with a complex balancing act, particularly for women that are both family and career-oriented.Any woman in this sort of position craves fulfillment in both areas, but...more
You may think that your child can't get headaches, but the truth is that your child may get headaches more than you would think - and your children may have painful ones too. You may be wondering what exactly you can do to help your children get through the headaches when they do have them.Migraines -Your child may have headaches that are so severe that they need to have darkness and may even feel really ill. The pain may start on one side of the head and get worse until the pain makes things so hard that they have a difficult time doing anything, including normal tasks. The child may want you to take them to the doctor for medications that can help with the pain that they are dealing with. There are some over the counter medications that will work to help with the pain that they are having, but you do have to be careful with how much you give them. Be sure to read medication labels carefully and follow their instructions consistently.Mild Headaches -There are some headaches that are not going to be too bad for your children. They may think that the pain is really bad, but the truth is that it is just a simple headache that can be treated with some pain reliever. Mild headaches...more
Using kids' rugs to educate a child is a great way for them to learn some of the basics. With these rugs, they can excel in academics and also learn how to successfully interact with others. Using these rugs will help them to learn the alphabet, colors, animals and nature, just to name a few.Teachers will be able to provide their students with a...more
It's noon, and 12-year-old Anne is still in bed. The house is quiet and the parents are grateful for the peace, so they let Anne "make her own hours". Staying up late is nothing new to Anne. She gets her way most of the time.What's wrong with this scenario?I've been in many homes where the child seems to make the rules. Parents are busy with their...more
The holiday season is coming up, and it's a busy time for everyone. One of the most critical things we have to do to get ready is to shop for gifts, which isn't always easy. If you have no idea what to get your kid recipients this year, take a look at these never-fail suggestions. These include gift ideas, and ways to make each present more personal for individual children. We have to rack our brains and search diligently for the perfect gift for family, friends, and co-workers. Luckily, for most adults, if we can't think of anything else, we have the option of falling back on the gift card idea. But for the children in your life, you usually need to get something a bit bigger. After all, opening an envelope to get to a card isn't nearly as fun as tearing open the wrapping paper around a nice present!Games and Toys - This may seem like an obvious answer to the gift-giving question, but I would suggest staying away from the simpler objects. Get toys that have some kind of educational value or that can be played with other children, so that the child can increase their own social skills. For older children, you could select things like the game of Scrabble, or a (more educational or...more
Typically when people think of baby showers, they picture a bunch of women ooo...ing and ahh..ing over tiny clothes and baby items. Maybe they will play some silly games and eat some cake. Fortunately times are changing and baby showers are becoming...more
When a friend or family member is having a baby, one of the best ways to convey your congratulations is by sending the mother a gift basket. Choosing the best gift basket for the occasion relies on a few aspects. You should know the mother of the...more
Contrary to popular tradition, baby showers are no longer limited to the elder women close to an expectant new mother. Whereas baby showers were once used to share knowledge with the mother-to-be, baby showers are now simply a celebration of life, a...more
Children love to play toys. Most of the toys they like to collect are dinosaurs. Here are some exciting robotic dinosaurs they would surely love.1. Motorized Roaring T-Rex Dinosaur This T-Rex dinosaur toy makes realistic movements and sound. Kids...more
If you are a parent with a child who loves books, you know what a pain it can be to gather up all those books after they have been pulled off a shelf. The truth of the matter is that you do want those books to stay in good shape, and they are not...more
While visiting one of my children in Florida, I was told a capable grandchild was given the job of hauling fallen palm fronds to the back of the yard. As I gazed at the pile in the front yard, I wondered why the task had not been executed.Obedience...more