The rate of childhood obesity in the United States has skyrocketed over the last decade. More than 3 million kids under the age of 18 — that’s one in five — are overweight or obese. This isn’t just a cause for caution in childhood, but it is an alarming risk…
Getting ready for a new baby is a huge responsibility, and it can be a stressful time for many parents-to-be due to financial worries or just the sheer amount of tasks that have to be accomplished in a short amount of time. However, this is also when you should be…
Sleep is an essential part of a routine to both kids and adults. Research indicates that children who usually get enough sleep have improved behavior, attention, physical health, overall mental health and memory. Children who get a good night’s sleep are also more creative, able to concentrate longer,…
You can’t afford to live paycheck-to-paycheck when you have a baby on the way. You have diapers to pay for, college to save for, and emergencies to prepare for. It’s a big shift from your single days, but with the following financial planning tips, you’ll enter parenthood feeling…
If your kids are now at the age where they’re starting to really get involved in social networking, you’ve probably been wondering if there are any concerns you should have. Indeed, there are plenty of potential problems to be wary of on the internet, and there have been…
Summer is here, and your little ones just can’t wait to go outside. The warm sunshine, the heat, all that fun and relaxation, all at once. And this is a really fun time of year if somebody’s special day is getting close. But, you can’t have just any…
Every year, nearly four million babies are born in the United States. If you’re among those Americans who recently welcomed a newborn into your family, you’re in the midst of an exciting period in your life. However, sweet as they may be, babies are demanding of your time…
Whether you are expecting, or your bundle of joy has already arrived, you probably spend a lot of time planning the layout of your baby’s room. Of course, you want it to be perfect – comfortable, lovely, practical and safe. You want to design a little piece of…
A kid’s birthday is a memorable time. Even though you sometimes may think kids don’t remember their birthday parties when they are older, it is something they tend to look back on. Because of this, you probably want to throw a birthday party that no one will ever…