When an individual goes into full recovery regarding drug abuse, then a round of congratulations is definitely in order. However, they should be aware that drug addiction is considered a chronic disease just as much as heart disease, asthma, diabetes, or even cancer. Chronic diseases, such as drug addiction, will require lifelong maintenance to continue…
As a parent, you’ll feel proud when your child can speak confidently with his friends, teachers, and even strangers. Nothing will make you happier than seeing your child getting into serious discussions with other children or when you see your child asked to perform certain special activities during open school days. A child who knows…
Nowadays, texting is one of the most exciting forms of communication. It is the simplest way to convey your message to the intended person using the minimum words possible. The typical cell phone allows a person to either send or receive text messages. With the emergence of smartphones, people are now able to use social…
Having a baby is always an exciting experience, but it also comes with many challenges and hard work. A newborn baby needs to sleep 12-13 hours on average in a day. Therefore, you need to put your effort into buying some of the best accessories that will help your baby sleep properly. Here are some…
Ah, the festive season. With carols ringing out and the scent of gingerbread and pine needles filling the air, the time of year puts almost everyone in a more charitable, giving mood. So why not harness that bolstered community spirit and holiday cheer and use it to host a fun fundraiser for your kid’s school?…
The day in the life of a mom during the pandemic is just a little bit crazier than the day in the life of a mom before the quarantine. We've still got a million things to do. We still forget to make time for ourselves. Most of all, we still get those snuggles at bedtime. This is…
We all know how easy it is to get distracted when you are working or studying at home. Even for grown-ups, it is sometimes difficult to stay focused and finish their tasks at one sitting, let alone a child. Due to the COVID threat, many schools have been closed or, at least, allow parents to…
As I mentioned in Jackson's birth story, after 10 days of prodromal labor -- and with my doctor's permission -- I used castor oil to naturally induce labor. Despite all the horror stories I'd heard and read, it actually worked pretty perfectly for me, so I thought I'd kick off this series by sharing how…
The dynamics in a parent-child relationship change dramatically during the teenage years. Parents must learn how to loosen the reigns providing their teens with the independence they need to evolve as human beings. Most parents would agree this is a difficult transition to make. Too much freedom leaves your impressionable and naive teenager vulnerable to…
If you are a mother of an adult child who is not making the right choices for a sound future like getting involved in illegal drug activities. Then, there is no shame you need to carry because of his mistakes. Instead, do a better job to help out your addicted kid and put efforts to…