Knowing what to do with unwanted toys can be the biggest stumbling block when it comes to taking action to get rid of these house cluttering items. Children grow out of them or they did not like them in the first place, for whatever reason, every household has a pile of toys that no longer see the light of day. If every time you look at the ever growing mountain of abandoned toys you quickly walk by or close the door, take heart, finding a better...more
Fathers interested in ensuring their children lead happy lives may need to give out a couple of lessons in gratitude, according to new research. Todd Kashdan, an associate professor of psychology at George Mason University, has found that the act of gratitude is "one of the essential ingredients for living a good life."However, fathers who want to instill these lessons in their children may have to use some extra parenting skills with their sons,...more
Hidden cameras are an important component of a surveillance system. They can record sureptitiously and can be an effective means to monitor activities and provide evidence in case of a crime or a violation. Get to know the different types of hidden cameras to determine which one is right for your needs.Nanny camsA nanny cam is a type of hidden camera that generally has the most basic functions. It's single focus, stationary and has low to average image quality. The nanny cam is a good choice for a hidden camera meant for general use such as home or office monitoring and surveillance. It works very well for a limited area, such as a small or mid-sized room but may not be recommended for large areas. The image quality is often not sufficient to allow the user to obtain a sharp image from afar, say -- 20 to 30 feet away. For closer monitoring though, the nanny cam works very well.The nanny cam is also the type of hidden camera that is usually disguised as something else. It could be installed on a wall clock, for example, or a stuffed toy or even a picture frame. Portable hidden camerasThis is a type of hidden camera that is smaller than the usual, which means it can be installed in...more
Baby Gender PredictionDo you want a baby girl to complete your family? Or want a baby boy to carry on the family name? No matter why or which gender you would prefer, you can raise the odds of having a baby of the gender of your choice to over 94%! By implementing three simple, all natural steps you too could enjoy the thrill of having the baby...more
We did an extensive search in trying to find something healthy, informative, and equally fun for preschool, kindergarten and first grade kids to do online for a limited amount of time on a daily basis. Let us look at what parents want for their preschool and kindergarten kids and what they actually get.What do parents actually want?Parents...more
As a mom you probably go through times in your life when you think you can't possibly manage work and taking proper care of your family. In fact, there are probably times when you feel you're not doing a good job at one or the other or maybe even both. Don't despair! There is help for you whether you work from home or outside of the home, your family is large or small or you have other commitments like volunteer work.Time Management - Knowing where and how you spend your time is key to balancing your life. Start by keeping a calendar of all your activities. You can do this online, on a paper calendar or in a journal. Track everything from showering, exercise, meal preparation, driving time, and so on. You will probably see areas where you can cut some time out by doing certain activities while you're waiting in line at the grocery store or riding in the car. There are lots of useful ways to spend idle time and you can figure those out as you fill out your calendar or journal.Set Priorities - As women we often have a hard time saying "no" because it is in our nature to help others and want to be useful. However, you must know when to say "no" to those activities that don't help you...more
As parents we have the duty to make a point that our youngsters grow up with the things that they need and discover how to read, think for themselves, and of course conduct themselves. If things went the way we want our favourite little ones would...more
What maternity size do you choose when you are pregnant? During your pregnancy it is usually considered you will still wear your normal dress size, unless you have gained a lot of weight or are expecting twins or multiples then you should expect to...more
We live in an age of instant global communication and no one knows that better than young people who are incredibly at home in a highly networked world. What's also become incredibly apparent is just how vulnerable those same young people are to...more
We watch our children and our husbands do it, but for us as moms it's so hard to do "nothing". It's hard to let go of our to-do list and spend a weekend or even just a few hours really relaxing. You'd like to sit and read a novel, take a bubble bath...more
As strange as it may seem to some, what you eat can have a profound effect on whether you conceive a baby boy or a baby girl! Let me explain:The foods you eat can and do effect you're body's ph. Eat foods that are acidic and your body will become...more
We all want to be happy. As parents we want our kids to be happy, but what happens when we have a child that has a hard time getting through hard times, or is ultra-sensitive? Sometimes this can be hard, but there are some things we can do as parents...more