You already know that loud noises can damage your hearing. You might not know, however, that headphones and earphones can damage your hearing more than huge boom boxes, car stereo speakers, construction equipment, and rumbling motor vehicles, according to the Stony Brook School of Medicine. The reason that headphones and […]
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Helping Your Child Develop into an Independent Adult
With all the unique challenges and extremely high stakes, parenting is one of the most delicate and important balancing acts that you’ll ever have to deal with. On one hand, you are fully aware of the dangers waiting out there in the world, but on the other, you understand that […]
Tips for Creating the Perfect Child’s Bedroom
Every kid is unique, individual, and different and so also are their preferences. If you are like most parents, you automatically want to go pink for a girl and blue for a boy, but unfortunately, 5 times out of 10, you would be dead wrong. So here are some ideas for […]
Ways To Build Your Child’s Emotional Intelligence
Emotional intelligence seems to have its presence everywhere. Every scholar, business guru, or educators believe: The most important thing people need in today’s world is emotional awareness, sensitivity and street smarts. The buzz around emotional intelligence has grown phenomenally. The next question that comes to my mind is what is […]
Educating Your Children About Money
You teach your children to cross the road, ride a bike and even give them advice about their choice of partner; but one of the most important parts of their lives is often ignored by parents. Teaching your children about money should be a fundamental part of their growing up […]
The Best Educational Apps For Kids
Kids are fascinated with all things shiny and technological, and if you've given them access to a smartphone or tablet you might be somewhat dismayed by the hours they insist on clocking up on Angry Birds or Fruit Ninja. However, there's no need to despair - there are plenty of […]
Using Preschool for Kids Is a Tough Decision
Any parent with a child aged 2 to 5 has probably heard the following question, in varying form, many times: "Oh, so are you putting them in preschool soon?" Preschool for kids—there are mounds of literature for and against enrolling young children in a school setting before they can even […]
How to Choose the Right First Toy for Your Child
The importance of your child's best stuffed friend while growing up is huge. Some kids are subject to this influence more than others, but it's advised not to take a chance. It's easy for children to get attached emotionally to a cute stuffed animal because, in their minds, there is […]
Tips For Moving House With Children
Moving house is stressful at the best of times, but it’s even harder when you have children to worry about. Here are a few tips to help make the go as smoothly as possible, and to reduce the hassle factor for both you and your kids. Deciding to Move If […]
Most Amazing Shopping Destination For Kids
When it comes to shopping for your kids, you’ll definitely want to be sure to shop at some of the best places. Every parent wants their child to be dressed well. With some of the most amazing shops around, there is no doubt you’ll be able to dress your child […]
Do Your Children Know What To Do In A Emergency
Emergency situations are always unwanted, but can sometimes happen at any given time. Emergencies that you may have to worry about in your own home include accidental fires, gas leaks and break-ins. Even though you may think that your children know what to do in the event of an emergency, […]
How to Teach Your Kids About Stranger Danger
When it comes to strangers, children get several mixed messages. They are told not to take candy or food from strangers, then parents take them out trick-or-treating to accept candy from strangers. They are taught not to talk to strangers, yet they see their parents talking with strangers as they […]