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Volunteering with Children

August 28, 2018 Leave a Comment

This post was written by a guest contributor. When parents decide to volunteer with their children, both the community and the family benefit. Working side by side with your children opens up opportunities for you to strengthen your bonds and see each other in a different light. Whilst volunteering, families experience another side of a country, a side that most typical tourists don’t see. Here are some exciting ways to volunteer as a family: Teaching in Asia Asia is one of the easiest … [Continue reading]

Using Ingredients from Home to Create the Perfect Drink

August 13, 2018 Leave a Comment

This post was written by Laura Johnson People don’t have to go out for a drink and spend the extra money if they don’t feel like it at the time. Though this is fun to do on occasion, it is far less expensive to simply make the drink yourself at home. With the right ingredients and the know-how, anyone can create their perfect drink right form their own kitchen. Buy Flavorings Online A typical grocery store may have some of the ingredients needed, but chances are people won’t be able … [Continue reading]

Making Your First Home Safe and Healthy for Your Family

July 26, 2018 Leave a Comment

This post was written by Laura Johnson Maybe you’ve just decided to buy your very first home as a young family. If so, one of the first things you’ll want to tackle is getting your home move-in ready. This could be painting, new flooring or other remodeling projects that are needed to put the finishing touch on your new space. But what about safety and keeping your home healthy for your family at the same time? Have you thought about how safe your home really is from pests and hidden dangers … [Continue reading]

Saving My Job With an Amber Teething Necklace

March 5, 2018 Leave a Comment

This post was written by a guest contributor. It’s not easy taking care of a baby and working full time. I nearly lost my job one day because my baby was so miserable while teething. Thankfully, I found something that saved all of us from living in a cardboard box on the side of the street somewhere. How It All Started One morning, Cindy woke up crying. She doesn’t usually cry when she wakes up. She just sits and plays until I come get her. This morning was different. I felt her … [Continue reading]

The Keys to a Healthy Pregnancy and Safe Nursery

July 12, 2017 Leave a Comment

This post was written by Laura Johnson It’s no big secret that a woman’s body undergoes a number of changes during pregnancy. Not all of it is external, either. Some of it is internal. Body chemistry changes. Hormones act in different ways. Little things can set off big stress triggers. Women’s health isn’t handled the same everywhere either. The laws in the US are different than other parts of the world, even if the basic concepts are the same at their core. If you want to maintain a … [Continue reading]

5 Lifestyle Changes to Boost Your Fertility

December 22, 2016 Leave a Comment

This post was written by a guest contributor. Fertility is a key concern for many couples who are trying to conceive. If you’re hoping to start a family, there are several simple lifestyle changes you can make to increase your chances of success. Try these tweaks for a smoother and quicker conception. Book More Massages It may come as a welcome realization to know that luxurious massages are a great way to boost your fertility. Massage increases blood flow and reduces cortisol levels to aid … [Continue reading]