As a mom, of course, I have pride in my daughter but there came a point when I had to recognize that this pride could produce both pros and cons for my child. Today I want to share with you what I’ve learned over the years about being a proud parent and how you can…
The 21st century has been described as a golden age for older people. Advances in modern medicine coupled with a marked improvement in the standards of living have contributed to an uptick in life expectancy figures in Western countries. These advances are fueling a steady increase in the population of people over the age of…
The first car to feature seat belts as standard equipment was the 1958 Saab GT750. Other manufacturers soon followed suit, and the law now mandates them. Later innovations such as traction control (1971), four-wheel anti-lock brakes (1978), and stability control (1995) made cars even safer. Contemporary advances such as active driver assistance solutions have contributed…
New parents have a lot on their plate when trying to get used to life with a new baby. There’s a lot that they need to get used to, not least the lack of sleep that they will experience through the nights. There’s no wonder that many new parents are super ready for a night…
Why do you think so many moms are blogging today? Indeed, one in five mommies of today has started a blog with substantial followers. Some think of blogging as a hobby for the duration of maternity leave, while others plan to monetize it as soon as possible. No wonder: when you are a stay-at-home mom,…
Many parents hate packing school lunches for their kids, especially if they are fussy eaters. Getting proper nutrition into a tiny human who would rather exist solely on mac ‘n' cheese and chocolate milk is difficult. With so much information out there, and so many other parents potentially judging your choices, it’s easy to get…
Some new parents are shocked to find that instead of falling asleep the minute their head hits the pillow, they suddenly can't get to sleep at all. Whether they have insomnia or are suffering from stress, giving them trouble sleeping, they can benefit from some teas that can actually help them sleep better and faster…
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…
You probably have at least a few things to look forward to in 2019 – perhaps someone in the family is expecting a baby, or maybe you’re finally going to buy that new house you have always wanted. While there’s been lots of gloom and doom in the news, there are quite a few positive,…
You may be a nurse who wears a medical uniform or a teacher who spends her mornings in the classroom, but most importantly, you’re a mother. And as a mother, you have a family to care for, bills to pay, and a busy life, to boot. All this makes balancing work and family life a…