Top Dog Breeds for Young Families
Despite all of the possible pets a family could get, the dog is still the most popular. If you have young children, you may be confused about which type of dog is best for you. The following is a list of top dog breeds for young families; perhaps you
Working Mother
Working mothers have a lot to do. Not only do they spend at least eight hours a day working outside of the home, they also have to work taking care of the home. It
Theme Park Safety Tips
One popular vacation destination families look forward to is going to a theme park. If your family is headed to one of these parks, it helps to be aware of the following theme park safety tips. This can enable your family to have a great time and worry less about someone being injured or lost.
Before heading out to your favorite theme park, it is important to think about your family
Wool Rugs: Adding Warmth and Beauty to Your Home
Wool rugs are commonly used in homes as elements in d
Labor Day Sangria Punch
Serves a crowd
Ingredients:
4 bottles of red wine (substitute red grape juice for non-alcoholic punch)
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What You Need to Know about Swimming in Oceans
Vacation time is just around the corner. Before long, people will be making their way to the beach for fun in the sun. If you
Why and How to Get Involved in Your Child
Getting involved in your child
Summer Sun Safety for Children
Summer sun safety for children is something on parents
Labor Day Chicken Skewers
Makes 4 skewers
Ingredients:
1 (12oz) skinless and boneless chicken breast
What to Do When Your Teenager Wants to Drop Out
Hearing your teenager tell you that they want to drop out of school can be frustrating and nerve-racking at the same time. You may be feeling many different emotions such as anger, helplessness and anxiety. However, ignore the instinct to yell and instead rationally talk to your teen and find out the underlying reason for wanting to drop out of school. Sometimes there is a simple underlying cause that can be solved, while others may need a bit more work.
Discuss the situation with your teen. Do they want to drop out because they do not feel as if they are succeeding or is it something more serious, like a bully? Teens are not known for being rational in their thinking; rather they are very impulsive and make spur-of-the-moment decisions.
If your teen is struggling in school, offer to hire a tutor or to help your teen yourself. If the problem is a bully or a group of kids picking on your teen while at school, the problem may run a little deeper.
Be sure to discuss the ramifications of your teen
Top Summer Nutrition Tips for the Whole Family
It is so much easier to try to be healthy during the summer than in the winter. Try some of the top summer nutrition tips for the whole family and see if you don
How to Make Your Home Puppy Proof
The idea of getting a new puppy can be exciting, especially to children. They
Getting Your Toddler to Sleep in Their Own Bed after Co-Sleeping
Many new mothers are choosing to bring their babies to bed with them after they
How to Protect Your Dog from Summer Heat
People love their pets and many treat them more like children than animals. If you have a dog, the summer months are the perfect time to take it with you on vacation, to the beach or to the park. Here
Ham and Pineapple Rolls
Serves 1
Ingredients:
1 soft whole wheat bread roll
2 cheese slices (of your choice)
2 slices of good quality ham
2 pineapple rings
Pepper
Butter
Instructions:
Cut the bread roll in half and spread both halves with butter. Place one slice of ham on each half of the roll, top with a pineapple ring and cheese on top. Place under the grill until the cheese is melting.
Serve immediately with a tomato salad for a light lunch!
Supplements in Toddlers
Parents hope they
How Keep Your Outdoor Play Equipment in Tiptop Shape
One way to ensure your children remain safe while playing outdoors is to maintain the play equipment you own. Learning how to keep your outdoor play equipment in tiptop shape can keep your children safe and extend the life of the equipment. Below are some ideas you may want to use.
Most people will recommend you inspect the outdoor play equipment at least once a year. However, it might be a better idea to inspect it twice a year
Teaching Conflict Resolution to Your Children
Children will be children. And if you have more than one in a room, there
Frozen Peach Yogurt Dessert (need an ice-cream maker)
Serves 6
Ingredients:
1 (20oz) can sliced peaches in juice
2 cups low-fat vanilla yogurt
Low-Calorie Summer Cocktail Recipes
What better time than summer to enjoy a cocktail? Cocktails are typically high in calories, though, especially with the alcohol content. This summer, enjoy some super cocktails without ingesting the unnecessary calories. Read on for a few low-calorie cocktail recipes.
Sangria Sparkler
* 750-milliliter bottle dry red wine
* 1 cup light orange juice
* 1/4 cup brandy or cognac
* 1/4 cup orange liqueur
* 2 tablespoons sugar
* 2 medium oranges, sliced
* 2 cups club soda, chilled
* Crushed ice and/or orange peel curls (optional)
In a large pitcher, combine wine, orange juice, brandy, orange liqueur, sugar, and orange slices. Chill at least 2 hours. Add club soda before serving. Serve over crushed ice and/or with orange peel curls, if desired.
Mojito
Mojitos are refreshing cocktails made with light rum. Very light to the taste, these cocktails are low in calories as well.
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Keeping Kids Safe around a Swimming Pool
Swimming is a common activity for families during the summer months. Even though it can be a great activity for everyone, it can also be dangerous for young children. Therefore, keeping kids safe around a swimming pool is a top priority.
An unfortunate statistic no parent wants to be associated with is that every year over 300 children under the age of five drown in swimming pools, many in their own backyard. Of course, teaching children (no matter their age) how to swim will make the risk of their drowning less, but children should not be allowed near the water without parental supervision.
Young children don
