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There are always going to be the typical destinations for family trips and vacations. There are classics like Disneyland and Disney World. There are the family camping trips in the big trailers with the modern conveniences. There are the trips to the National Parks, and maybe the endeavor down to a theme park like Sea World, or in the Midwest there’s Cedar Point.

But what about alternative types of vacations? What about trips that do something a bit different, that satisfy a unique part of the desire to go somewhere new or see something different? Or maybe even doing something active, or historically important in the greater context of things? [Read more…] about 5 Alternative Destinations For Family Trips

Originally posted on May 16, 2016 @ 2:54 pm

As a parent, the health of your child is going to be one of your absolute top priorities. And that means that you’re going to at least have half an eye on your kid’s’ fitness levels. And whereas it’s not something you want to give your children a complex about, generally giving them the opportunity to be active people is a good idea.

So to that end, there are some pieces of equipment you can keep in and around your home to promote healthy activity, such as a treadmill, a weight set, a trampoline, a summer pool, and a basketball hoop, as examples. [Read more…] about 5 Pieces Of Active Equipment Parents Can Buy For Home Use

Originally posted on February 6, 2016 @ 2:32 am

No one has ever said that being a parent is easy. If they have, that person is not a parent, and their own parents would probably laugh at them! And part of what makes parenting so difficult is some of the decisions that have to be made along the way with children, all the way from the time they are born through the time when they are adults and parents themselves.

Five of the more difficult ones are listed below, just as considerations, and whether you have to make these decisions or not, or what side of the conversation you’re on, it’s important to prepare your minds and lives for the changes they bring. [Read more…] about 5 Difficult Decisions To Make As Parents

Originally posted on November 7, 2015 @ 1:19 pm

Loans shouldn’t be taken lightly, since that is money that you are going to need to pay back, and the longer you take to pay it back the more interest it will accrue. That means that you only want to take a loan out if it is something your family truly needs and if it is something you know won’t take you a long time to pay off. There are some things that make more sense to get a loan for, and some that can be a bad idea to get a loan for.

Good Things To Get Loans For

If you family needs a bigger home because you have another one on the way or you’ve just run out of space, getting a loan for some expansion work on your home or for a whole new home. This can be a good investment for your family. If you get a remodel done it can also increase the value of your home, in case you decide to sell. [Read more…] about When Is The Best Time For Your Family To Get A Loan

Originally posted on January 22, 2016 @ 1:06 pm

Are you looking to take a family vacation? Hoping for a locale that will offer amenities for the young ones as well? Family vacations can be incredibly stressful if planned improperly or without sufficient entertainment for the kids. Find resorts that offer great options for parents and kids alike by shopping around before you go. Included here are a few of the best family-friendly vacations in the world.

Welk Resorts, California

Everybody loves a good visit to the sunshine coast, especially when complete with the finest comforts and amenities. Welk Resorts have built a name for themselves in the hospitality business by creating amenities that can appeal to kids and adults alike. Created by Lawrence Welk, he believed few things in life were more important than recreation and entertainment. [Read more…] about 4 Great Kid-Friendly Vacations Internationally

Originally posted on October 19, 2015 @ 6:40 am

Getting the gang together for a family reunion can be an important part of every year for your crew. It can be hectic and chaotic but it allows individuals from multiple generations to get together and bond. If you have become responsible for planning the yearly shindig, you may be wondering what all needs to be scheduled. Included here are a few must-haves for your next family reunion.

Apparel

You may think everyone will be fine wearing their own clothes, but creating custom printed shirts for the group builds family pride and camaraderie. Many families love getting the priceless memories of everyone in their family name shirts and having a memento to travel home with. It can be especially fun to create the tradition of t-shirts at your reunion so everyone can have a reunion shirt with the year printed on it. [Read more…] about 5 Necessities for Your Family Reunion

Originally posted on September 22, 2015 @ 7:20 am

Raising kids in this world can be challenging. There are so many things to worry about as parents and so many skills your child needs to know in order to have a happy and successful life once they leave your home. One thing you can teach them both by talking to them and by your example is about drugs, including illicit drug use and the proper use of prescription drugs. To help get these conversations started, here are three tips for talking to your kids about drugs.

Be In the Know Yourself

Before you can have a meaningful conversation about anything, you have to have a decent understanding of it, and that includes drugs. In a suggestion given by the U.S. government, parents should make it a priority to be aware of what certain drugs look like, what drug paraphernalia looks like, and what slang terms for certain drugs are. By knowing this before talking with your children, you can give them accurate information as well as look for signs that something may be amiss in your child’s perception of the drug culture. [Read more…] about 3 Tips for Talking to Your Kids About Drugs and Drug Use

Originally posted on November 18, 2015 @ 8:15 am

She was a newborn only yesterday, but today your baby’s holding her head up all by herself. She’s so smart: pays close attention to what mommy or daddy are eating, and she’s mouthy like a puppy, always gumming her toys and her little fists.

If your baby is between the ages of 4 and 6 months, and exhibiting all these behaviors, it’s time to start introducing solid foods into her diet. Giving babies solid foods is a gradual process, but there’s no reason to be nervous. Combine a little intuition with these simple tips, and you’ll have no problem at all. [Read more…] about The 3 Best Tips for Feeding Your Baby Healthy Foods

Originally posted on August 21, 2013 @ 10:49 am