The ancient Egyptian’s were the first to celebrate the birth of a new child where friend and family brought gifts to the mother and new child and these gifts were mostly handmade acknowledging this blessed event. Here are some inexpensive baby shower ideas.
The idea behind a baby shower is to give the parents gifts that [...]
Posted in Infants and Toddlers
When you are wondering what you can do when you are bored one day, then you should look into mathletics, online math tutoring, and online maths games. These can not only give you lots of fun, but can also be very educational. These kinds of tools are also perfect for students and kids that want [...]
Posted in Children
More and more parents are turning to private schools to educate their children. As the public school system grows more crowded, parents want their children to be in a smaller classroom setting with teachers who can give them individual attention. Parents have many private schools to choose from however, so each private school has to [...]
Posted in Parenting
Spring weddings. That used to be the norm. Now with all kinds of places and times and seasons we can travel to, seems like you can have a wedding anytime – even New Year’s Eve!
I used to wonder what to get these newlyweds for their gifts. Until I discovered eStores! It’s pretty easy now to [...]
Posted in Holidays
Under normal circumstances, both parents will play an important role in the lives of their children. While things are different these days than in the past, courts still tend to lean towards the mother as the primary caregiver. In cases where the father earns a great deal more than the mother, the father still does [...]
Posted in Parenting
Three years ago one of the first articles I wrote was about domestic violence and all the inequities associated with it. Two young women in my life were victims-one was my daughter whose husband broke her arm. Since then I have tried to keep up with the problem without much luck.
The issue doesn’t get a [...]
Posted in Teenagers
In the last few years I have created a new niche in my practice, counseling parents of adult children. Perhaps it is a result of the fact that people are living longer that my clients are often over 65 and are as frustrated over their relationships with their grown-up sons and daughters as they [...]
Posted in Parenting
Because there is plenty to see along the interstate if you just keep your eyes open.
As the trees wiz by, going seventy-five miles an hour on the interstate, do we ever stop to think, what is on the other side of those trees? What is down those roads behind the exit signs? Well, [...]
Posted in Family
When the time has come for you to stop paying rent and start making a monthly payment on a home, then you should be aware of the basic steps. Here are the steps you should take into consideration when you are buying a home.
First, get a copy of your credit report. Before buying a home, [...]
Posted in Family
Have you ever wondered if there are common traits that all successful entrepreneurs share? Most parents like it when their kids make money but what about becoming an entrepreneur, are there any clues? Today I want to introduce you to Allyson Ames who was recently recognized as one of the Richest Kids in America in [...]
Posted in Parenting
Alright mom and dad you have achieved your goal and you have your kids making money. Now, what will your children do with that money? Some parents know their children should have a savings account but are there any other ways you can teach your children to use their money. Here is a great suggestion [...]
Posted in Parenting
Finding stylish maternity clothing that fits comfortably can be a difficult and frustrating experience. One type of maternity clothing that has made significant improvements is maternity jeans. There are now many maternity clothing companies making quality, comfortable, and trendy maternity jeans.
The following is a list of some of the most popular types of maternity jeans: [...]
Posted in Pregnancy and Family Planning