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Halloween Family Ideas For Fun At Home
Spooky time is here! Are you out of ideas to try this Halloween? Check out the list of simple yet fun-filled ideas for Halloween family activities at home. No need to leave your house, if you prefer to stay in. Fun right at your home and yards (front/back). You can check out this post if you want well-rounded fall family traditions. That includes pumpkin patches, hiking, feasts, Halloween, etc. Whatever your family decides to do this year, there are endless options for making this one day a year of spooky, fun, and happy Halloween. So whether you are planning to go all out with the Halloween feast or create Halloween…
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December Family Bucket List
Week two of December 2021 is done! Got two more weeks to spend some family time with this December Bucket List! How’s the holiday spirit? Is your Christmas tree up? Since when? Or are you gathering your Christmas decorations to put up this weekend? Either way, ready or not – Christmas is coming. When it comes to holiday celebrations, each family has its traditions and celebrates this beautiful festive season of the year. Does your tradition involve making cookies, attending a Christmas party, driving around town to see the lights, or lining up children’s Christmas arts to do? If you want to add some new family tradition ideas this year, you…
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Holiday Gift Guide for Learning Toys
Parents are all in when it comes to toys that spark learning in kids. So what would support your kids as they grow while exploring their world? Learning through play. Here’s a gift guide of learning toys that’ll help them out as early as a year old through the teenage years. As you prepare to buy holiday gifts for each kid in the family, you’ll be drawn to presents that can also enhance development and learning in them. Finding those practical toys that promote skills and development can help parents encourage their kids’ learning. Hands-on play and creativity for kids are one-way toys can be enjoyed. This post may contain…
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Cultivating Your Child’s Interests
Raising a well-rounded child takes effort and dedication from parents. Finding ways to pursue your child’s interests and cultivating them can be one of the most time-consuming yet best feelings in the world. Remember the astonishment you felt when you were younger as you spent time doing the things you love? Yes. I most certainly do. Your child can also partake from that feeling and let it unfold. What’s excellent about cultivating your child’s interests and passion? A research center shows that pursuing something children love provides them with many learning opportunities for growth and self-discovery. It also promotes self-esteem as they master these skills and excel in them. Your child can…
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Helping a Sibling of a NICU Baby Adjust
Parents walk into a new world when a baby is in the NICU (neonatal intensive care unit). Having other children at home and another at the NICU can turn your lives upside down, and it certainly makes you wish to be split in two. As a NICU mama myself, I’m sharing some ideas to encourage you in helping your child adjust to having a baby sibling in the NICU. It may not be precisely the same circumstance as to what you’re going through. Although it may look similar, you’ve got a baby in the NICU and their siblings at home with you. During our NICU time, I’ve felt broken and…
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NICU Baby is Ready for Discharge
Is your NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) baby ready for discharge? Babies born too early (before 37 weeks) weighing 5 lbs or less are considered premature. Parents celebrate when it’s time to bring a NICU baby home. So what does it take to get ready for discharge with your NICU baby? What developmental milestones do your premature baby need to meet before leaving the hospital? When my premature daughter was admitted to the NICU, I received a checklist of conditions to meet before bringing her home. I want to share some of the discharge standards we’ve encountered and what you can expect in preparation to go home with your premature…
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How to Start a Family Game Night Tradition that Everyone can Enjoy
A fun-filled game night is one way to foster family connections and start building traditions. Kids and parents enjoy each other’s company in the comfort of your home. Who doesn’t want a night packed with fun, surprises, great food, and prizes? Family time is an essential aspect of keeping the family bond strong. It helps the kids feel that they belong and that they are loved. Focusing on making time for the whole family creates a sense of security for kids and will also help parents stay connected with kids on a different level. If you or your kids have a slight disconnect or strife, the family game night can…
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Chore List for Kids by Age and Getting Kids on Board
Have you implemented a chore list for kids in your home? Do you know that at any age from 2 and above, kids can help with chores around the house? Find out how your kids can benefit from doing chores and help them feel great about it. Chores are routine tasks in the house to be completed. Chores can be an annoyance to kids but are necessary. Parents do chores every single day, and that’s a given to keep the household running, and kids can help too. Having a chore list will guide your kids to follow based on their age range. A chore chart for kids that post all…
