The Best Way To Get A Boy Baby Over the weekend, I got a question on my blog in which the writer asked me if the "most effective way to pregnant with a boy or male child" was to focus on timing, pH, or sexual positions, or perhaps something else that she didn't know about. She was basically asking if I could pick only one of these, which one would I pick. I have a definite and very strong opinion on this, which I will share with you in...more
Does The Amount Of Days Before Ovulation Influence Whether You Have A Boy Or A Girl? Over the weekend, I received an email from a woman who asked me, in part: "if I have intercourse or sex a certain number of days before ovulation, will this affect the baby's gender or whether I have a boy or a girl baby?" The answer to this question can be yes, but it's really not as straight forward as all of that. I'll discuss this more in the following...more
Whether we like or not, our babies, our children grow up. These were the very ones that could not do a thing without your help now want to be as independent as they possibly can. The teenage years may seem to be difficult as they are trying to find their own identity, be their own person, and at times want to do things that may seem strange to you but rational to them. If we did our jobs in raising them well and inspiring them with values and life lessons, then it shouldn't be a problem when they start wanting to be on their own. Here are some things we can help them in their quest:- Give them the freedom but remind them of the responsibility it entails. Our teenage kids want to do things on their own and often are secretive of their actions. Give them the leeway they ask but remind them of the things they have to do in turn. If this means keeping up a certain grade standard then make sure that they maintain that. If this has to do with being diligent with their housework and their chores, then point this out to them.- Bond with them in certain things. Help them get their driver's permit and let them get lessons but re-enforce it with your own time to teach them how to drive....more
Tips to Help Kids Protect Their Teeth from Sugar Sugar can be difficult to pass up, especially when you're a kid. Today's children are regularly subjected to sugary diets and uninformed eating habits. Although parents may not be giving their children foods that are high in sugar intentionally, there are steps that can be taken to help kids...more
What Are The Best Days In The Month To Get Pregnant With A Boy Baby? Over the weekend, I received an email from a woman who was hoping to get pregnant within the next few months. However, she did not just want to get pregnant – she wanted to get pregnant with a male baby or to have a son. She told me that she was willing to sacrifice a few...more
Nutrition For Kids – Getting Fussy Eaters To Eat Tearing your hair out over how to get your kid to eat anything close to a balanced diet? This article shares some tips from nutrition experts.If meal time dramas are a common sight in your household, you are not alone. Getting used to meal times, trying new foods, adjusting to unfamiliar textures and flavours is unsettling for many children, especially toddlers.At the same time, preparing nutritious meals that are left uneaten and constantly having to cajole the picky one to take even one bite can be stressful for parents and caregivers.Common complaints in providing kids nutrition range from difficulty in introducing new foods to an aversion for certain types, especially green, leafy vegetables, as well as wholemeal varieties like brown rice and wholegrain breads.Generally, toddlers are resistant to the concept of trying new foods mainly because of fear. Pressure from parents and force feeding will only make things worse.Other explanations could be organic causes like oral motor dysfunction which makes it difficult to swallow certain types of food; a gradual assertion of independence and wanting a say in what he eats; peer...more
A wireless mobile phone is truly beneficial especially if you have kids. This is a great way to keep track of their whereabouts to ensure their safety. However, some parents are hesitant since they thought it would just encourage teens to overspend....more
Every child loves having a gift that is markedly their own. For most children, there are times they seem to be living in the shadow and often even the hand-me-down clothing of an older sibling. Personalized gifts for kids will give them a chance to...more
Nutrition For Kids – Does Your Child Have A Feeding Disorder? Do you know if your child has a feeding disorder or is just a picky eater? Our speech therapist spills the beans on when to seek professional help.If you suspect your child has a...more
The Best Way For A Teen To Lose Weight Fast Best Way For A Teen To Lose Fat Fast?This is a question that is scary in and of its self. How do I lose Fat Fast? Is it peer pressure, a new dress that doesn't fit quite right, or "gulp" bikini...more
Time to choose your summer camp kids! In Canada many children attend summer camps during the long summer holidays. Every province in Canada has summer camps and there are literally hundreds to choose from and they are very popular. In fact...more
A green lacewing is one of the best-kept secrets in natural pest control. No larger than 3/8 of an inch, the lacewing larvae hunts and feeds on a variety of garden pests. Of all beneficial insects available to gardeners, the lacewing larvae have the...more