Families large and small all know the struggle of trying to create, design and develop ideas for sharing a bedroom. Whether the children in your family are bunking up out of necessity or simply because they enjoy one another’s company (enjoy it while you can!), we have a few tips, tricks, and ideas for sharing

Parents will always worry about how their child will do academically. Academic success is found to be linked to DNA genetics and some parents may not know that their child was probably already born with what they need to succeed. Children are more likely to succeed in subjects either parent was good at. One study

A 1995 study found that by the age of three, children in low-income homes knew 30 million less words that children raised in upper-class homes. They found that this word gap was due to the fact that children in lower-income homes were not spoken to as often as children in high-income homes. Newer research shows

Considering a trip to Europe? You might want to plan for a winter ski vacation in Austria for your next adventure. If you need any convincing, these 26 photos will have you booking your flights and packing up your snow gear in no time. Visual tour of a Ski Vacation in Austria Our Austria ski

There are so many things I know now, two babies later, that wish I could have told my younger self when having my first baby. And even more after having my second. Both babies were so very different from one another, but loved just as much. Now, I am pregnant with my third child (and

One of the scariest things a person can experience is choking on something. The feeling of not being able to breathe no matter how hard you try is terrifying and creates uncontrollable panic. Although many associate choking with eating, choking can be caused by any foreign object being lodged in the throat, preventing air from

New (and new again) nursing moms are often concerned about their breastmilk supply. Lactation supplements and lactation herbs like galactagogues can help increase a mother’s breastmilk supply naturally and safely, giving her baby the best nutrients possible as well as giving mom the peace of mind. There are several different kinds of lactation supplements and

There are also some children who need a little extra help in regulating their emotions. Emotional outbursts can happen for a variety of reasons outside of typical child behavior including anxiety, emotional disorders, or mental disorders. Children may need some extra help in learning how to self-regulate especially as they grow older and are away

Are you considering donating your eggs? Or are you looking for an egg donor in the next step of your fertility journey? Then you’ll no doubt have Googled (and found) plenty of information about the egg donation process. From how to apply to become an egg donor to what’s involved in the implantation process, you’re

An internationally recognized curriculum for children from infancy on, the gift of a Montessori Education is one of the best things a parent can give their child. Becoming a parent comes with a lifelong set of challenges – breast or bottle, cloth or disposable, organic or local – the decisions are endless and can get

He forgot to write his name on his paper. It wasn’t the first time, and unfortunately, I knew it wouldn’t be the last. While he was smart, a great student with good grades, considered gifted actually, his ability to forget menial tasks was uncanny. I struggled with it both at home and in school. He

Quick disclaimer: Sometimes, having children is a choice. If you don’t want children, then don’t have them. No judgment here. If you have one child and want to stick with your one child, that is awesome. If you have your heart set on 10 and your partner and bank account are willing, you go, girl!

Stress is a natural part of everyone’s daily lives. It can be due to lack of sleep, hectic schedules, getting kids to school, work and even something as simple as dinner not being ready. Stress is just a part of life. Everyone deals with some sort of stress, but not all stress is equal. Many

Move over, Orlando. There are no words to describe how deeply you will fall in love with Panama City Beach, Florida. There are so many things to do in Panama City Beach with toddlers. This is the most family-friendly destination that you could imagine, bursting with affordable activities, sunshine, delicious food, and a whole lot of

Camping with a toddler can be both fun and challenging. It’s an experience all children should have at some point. Sleeping in the wilderness will give your child a thrill and make the trip exciting for everyone. A lot of planning goes into a camping trip whether you have a child accompanying you or not.

We cannot keep rescuing our children from their own consequences. Your time spent with your child and the collaboration with their teachers is paramount to ease the stress both at school and at home. According to Dana Gerendasi, principal of the Waterside Elementary School in Queens, New York, she suggests that parents take an active role

Transitioning into motherhood is not always easy but it can be super rewarding. When you have the right tools, gadgets, and support system, you will wonder why you were even sweating the small stuff. Now that the growing belly is about to reveal a new life, we have complied the best pregnancy gifts for a

Having children can put a strain on your marriage and couple’s therapy has become more popular to find ways to get on the same page. I know that’s not what you want to hear right now, but it’s the truth. Many couples deal with a variety of issues because they are struggling to find time

As the new school year begins parents everywhere are fraught with concerns over the epidemic of school violence that has overtaken our nation. Shadowed by this scary reality, first days of school are no longer a time of hope, excitement, and the promise of great things, marred instead by the recent past. Unfortunately for your

Having children can put a strain on your marriage and couple’s therapy has become more popular to find ways to get on the same page. I know that’s not what you want to hear right now, but it’s the truth. Many couples deal with a variety of issues because they are struggling to find time

When you think of parenting styles, or at least in my house, you realize there are two distinct styles—Dad who is the authoritarian, and Mom who is Imelda Staunton in Harry Potter. Imelda Staunton was the lady that was obsessed with pink and made all those rules that all of the kids broke. This is

“I just can’t get him to latch.” “She isn’t sleeping through the night.” “He is wetting the bed and we have tried everything. Nothing is working.” Parents hear these words frequently, and, more often than not they speak them, too. What if there was a way to help our families achieve better overall health without

Marriage is tough and it is certainly not for the faint of heart. 10 years ago, when we were young and in love, planning a wedding, heading to Vegas for a bachelor party, and even buying our first home, life was grand. While knowing we had work to do, with college and grad school behind

Are you getting ready for a family adventure on a tropical island somewhere and you aren’t sure what travel must haves you will need? Exploring new places, building sandcastles, trying new foods and being in a whole new country is going to be a fun-filled journey for your family. However, getting everyone organized, making sure

If you are a parent, then you have probably heard your kids saying ‘I hate reading’ almost every day. But, if you have tried asking them to explain why they hate reading, they were probably stuck with no answer. The reason behind that is that children don’t really hate reading, rather they really find it

Going to college is hard enough. How about going to college with a baby in tow while being a full-time student? Raising a child while in college can be an incredible motivator for achieving your goals. You want to give the world to them. In this light, multitasking and getting few hours of sleep are

Do you recall learning to carefully link your letters together, forming those odd-looking letters that somewhat resembled the print you were so used to? Cursive handwriting, the graduation from writing print, block letters to fancy curvatures with a smooth finish. Do our children of the 21st century still need to learn this traditional form of

Pregnancy can be such a joy. The anticipation of a new life, a new being, and new aches and pains you never thought existed. Wait, what?!? Yes, we’re talking about the least spoken of ache and pain called Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD). SPD is a condition that causes excessive movement of the pubic symphysis joint, either

Part of being a kid is having someone else make most of your decisions for you. It’s tough. It is certainly frustrating, especially as kids reach the late elementary and middle school years. They have opinions on just about everything. And they feel like those opinions should be validated. They aren’t wrong. A great place

No matter who you are, no matter where you live, and no matter what you do for a living, each and every person is an individual. Single, married, parents, students, there are no two people out there who are exactly the same. For most of you reading this, as you are likely a parent, you