Got a College-Bound Kid? Making Sense of 529 College Savings Plans If you’re a parent, you’ve likely conducted at least some cursory research into what it takes to go to college these days. And you’ve probably seen a lot of references to 529 college savings plans. Confused? Got questions? You’re not alone. Read on to…
Every single parent strives to get their children everything best in life. No matter what the cost is, getting their children a quality education, a good lifestyle, and a bright future is what their entire life is dedicated to. However, education is the building block for every step of life. Your personality, life choices, and…
Pursuing graduate studies is an excellent way for parents to seek better employment opportunities. It will also improve their own and their family's financial stability. Since most job seekers only have a college degree, a master's or even a doctorate can become your advantage to stand out when seeking employment. If you already have a…
Many parents are choosing to homeschool their kids so that they have more time with their kids. This decision has its advantages and disadvantages like everything else. As a mother, you need to understand the impact homeschooling will have on your child before you make up your mind about it. Consult with other parents who…
A lot of things have changed since I was a child. There is a computer in every household, and it seems every six-year-old has a smartphone or iPad. Like many, I was reluctant to give my children access to all this technology so freely; after all, the internet is unmoderated and unsafe right? One night…
Life isn't always scripted and things will happen that are out of your control. However, there are many ways to promote a healthy existence for you and your family. Promoting a healthy lifestyle for every member of your family is easy if you eat right, exercise, get enough rest, rid your home of pests and…
As a parent, it is hard not to be involved in our children's education, especially since we are well aware of how essential it is for their future. In fact, from our perspective; it seems unrealistic that our children would put things such as electronics or friends before their school work. However, the reality is…
Being a mum is an incredible feeling but more often than not, you may find yourself wanting more. Whilst you need to be able to give an unmeasurable amount of your care and attention to looking after your children, it doesn't mean you have to forget about your dreams too. A great way to ensure…
When you’re a busy Mom, the idea of studying can be a daunting one. After all, you have so many things to do and think about, that you may believe that you’ll never have the time to fit it all in. How are you supposed to find the balance between your kids, your home life,…
In addition to reprioritizing, one of my top personal goals, while we were in Florida in May, was to complete the Focus & Align Masterclass. I was reminded through that process that while academics are definitely one of my top goals, bookwork isn't. As I went through the class, I thought these seven guiding rules would…