You have to admit that as a parent, getting your child to do something they don’t want to do can be a challenge. Unfortunately for some, convincing their child to sit down and read (in lieu of interacting with a digital device) can be one of those things. Though it may seem at times impossible, it should be stated that…

When we put our babies to sleep we always have a fear that something may happen to them when they are resting. In fact, for babies between the ages of one month to one year there is an increased chance of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Sydrome). The peak ages are between two and three months according to the Sleep Foundation and occurs most often in…

We’re in the midst of a popular travel season for many families. Kids are out of school on break for the holidays, and you may be using the time to travel to warm destinations, ski destinations, or to see family and loved ones. 

With all this traveling, it’s possible that…

Every parent wants their child to have good mental health. Unfortunately, things do not always turn out as the parents want. On a positive note, there are things that parents can do to ensure their children are mentally healthy. The tips listed in the article below will help jumpstart your…

These days, parents have enough to worry about without agonizing over whether their child is reading enough. Yes, reading comprehension is a compulsory part of any child’s education, but with so many electronic distractions both in an outside of the home, developing a true love for reading at an early age can be…

This is the time of year when travel increases dramatically. Taking trips to see family and friends are perfect during the holidays as parents and children have time off of work and school to simply enjoy December. But as you travel you need to make sure your children are as safe as possible. 

Car Travel:…

Newborns typically have six well-baby visits the first year of their lives. From weight checks, to vaccinations, to everything in between, you will be spending a lot of time with the pediatrician. These frequent visits are important to making sure your child is healthy and developmentally…

Nowadays, the challenges facing traditional colleges and universities are budget cuts and course shortages. They end up making students search for alternatives. With the internet as the ultimate education resource, and students even getting…

When you are travelling with kids, it can be easy to get very stressed out. You have so many people to handle and travelling is already quite a stressful experience. Of course, families love to travel abroad and it is all worth it once you get to your hotel and are able to relax. As long as you handle the journey well,…

To transfer or not to transfer?

Oftentimes, your kid will show signs of tardiness, desire to quit school or stress that can burn them out. But not all scenarios of wear down can be a reason to suddenly look for another school. Most of the time, these school-related stress…

Taking the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) is an important phase in your high schooler’s life. This is a standardized test given to incoming college students in different universities in the United States. The SAT is a multiple-choice test that contains questions on critical reading, writing, and…

Picking a gift for a family which has just had a child can be tricky and many people spend a lot of time thinking about what is the best gift to purchase. One of the biggest challenges is that many people buy the same thing for new baby arrivals and the last thing that you want is to buy a duplicate gift. It is for this…

In this day and age, where children and their parents tend to be quite disconnected from each other, either because the parents work long hours or the children spend more and more time online and using social media, making time to spend with your children is becoming very important. Planning quality time and activities…

With all the information available to new parents nowadays, you may feel fully prepared when your little one arrives. However, you won’t truly understand what raising a newborn is like until you gain some first-hand experience. One important thing you need to prepare, though, is…

If you seek answers to this question from only parenting forums or even family, the answers and feedback you receive will leave you more confused than you were before you asked the question. But the truth is that choosing between a nanny and a daycare doesn’t have to be that confusing. All you need is an understanding…

In this day and age, where children and their parents tend to be quite disconnected from each other, either because the parents work long hours or the children spend more and more time online and using social media, making time to spend with your children is becoming very important. Planning quality time and activities…

Candlewick Press, one of our favorite children's books publishers has an amazing list of Christmas books for kids.

Here are six fantastic choices to provide your children with even more joy this holiday season and six mini-reviews for each book to give you a greater idea of which…

Your family is everything. So, it makes sense that you prioritize safety when you’re in the market for a new car. Sure, your old beater…