What are your kids doing this Summer? For many of us Summer time with the kids is a time to enjoy the outdoors, the sunshine and if you’re lucky the ocean….
Parenting
Disney Channel Presents: Elena and the Secret of Avalor
Elena and the Secret of Avalor, presented by the Disney Channel, is airing this Sunday, November 20th at 7pm ET/PT! It’s a special crossover television movie event combining Princess Sophia and Elena of Avalor….
5 Crucial Questions Your Child NEEDS to be Able to Answer
The thought of anything bad happening to your child is every parents worst nightmare. Hands down. While terrifying, it’s our job as parents to teach our kids the necessary tools and information needed to protect themselves. In the event your child gets lost or separated from you, can they answer these 5 questions? …
4 Key Steps to Teaching Your Children How to Get Involved
Teaching your kids to become involved in their community is rewarding, both emotionally and physically. It not only helps to build character but benefits the organization you choose to aid. Social responsibility doesn’t happen over night though, there are a few steps you can take to ensure your whole family is making the most of the time and energy they have to give….
Cutting Hair for the Canadian Cancer Society
Meet Ashlyn. She’s my beautiful 5yr old daughter. Last week, Ashlyn cut off 16 inches of hair, and donated it to the Canadian Cancer Society. …
Free Kids’ Workshops Every Month at #TheHomeDepot
On the second Saturday of each month The Home Depot hosts free kids’ workshops, aimed at children 4-12 (who are accompanied by an adult). The purpose of the workshops is to teach kids how to use basic tools like hammers and screwdrivers, and how to follow basic visual instructions….
Age Appropriate Chores for Kids
Integrating responsibility into your child’s life is paramount. It’s our job to give them the tools and insights to ensure their personal success, as they grow and develop into adulthood. The easiest way to start is by introducing chores and other household responsibilities….
20 Free (or Cheap) Family Boredom Busters
Heading into the weekend I thought I would share a list of some of our favorite free, or super cheap, family activities. Contrary to popular belief, fun doesn’t need to cost a lot! With these suggestions , he most you’ll be spending is a bit of gas money or pubic transit fare, depending on your location, situation, ect. I’ll be the first to admit, sometimes it feels nice to get back to the basics and who doesn’t want to feel like a kid again? Here are 20 frugal family activities to get the most out of your summer while being kind to your wallet.
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5 Natural Sunburn Relief Remedies
Summer is closing in fast, so I thought this would be a great time to share my 5 favorite natural sunburn relief remedies! As someone who is no stranger to the camp and the beach, I’ve relied on these remedies more times than I would like to admit. Keep in mind, prevention is always the way to go, so make sure you slather up with a high spf sunscreen before heading out. On the off chance it slipped your mind though, check these out:
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