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3 Ways to Get Your Kids Excited About School

February 2, 2021 by Alison Leave a Comment

It’s safe to say that 2020 was a challenging year, especially for parents. Many schools across the world took a break or went “virtual” with their learning. Unfortunately, doing so has raised questions about mental health risks for kids.  Thankfully, more schools are starting to return to in-person learning. There is a light at the […]

Filed Under: Kids Tagged With: school

How You Can Make Learning Fun For Your Kids

January 7, 2021 by Alison Leave a Comment

One of the greatest challenges and concerns as a parent is trying to make sure your kids are learning enough, which can be hard if you’re not able to keep your kids interested in learning. Kids are easily distracted, and always seek fun things to do if they lose interest, so it’s up to you […]

Filed Under: Helpful Hints, Kids Tagged With: education, Learning, online education

When To Worry About Back Pain In Children

December 8, 2020 by Alison Leave a Comment

Back pain in children is becoming more common in recent years. Back pain tends to affect more girls than boys, although it is still more unusual in children than it is in adults. While more children are experiencing back pain, very few see their doctor about it. If you’re concerned about your child’s back health, […]

Filed Under: Kids Tagged With: health, wellness

A Guide To Teaching Your Kids How To Be Healthy

November 27, 2020 by Alison Leave a Comment

If you have kids, one of your biggest concerns is likely making sure they grow up healthy and happy. How do you do that, though, without giving them a complex? It takes a little planning and mindfulness, but you can teach your kids how to be healthy without being overbearing or giving them health anxiety. […]

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Tips To Help Kids With Their Dental Hygiene

November 25, 2020 by Alison Leave a Comment

Dental hygiene plays an important part in helping your child follow a healthy lifestyle. My 9 year old is a rock star at the dentist, but not all kiddos are as fearless. In fact, most adults, including myself aren’t as fearless as she is when it comes to having dental work done. As a result, […]

Filed Under: Beauty, Healthy Living, Helpful Hints, Kids Tagged With: dental health, dental hygiene, Oral Hygiene, wellness

For Toddlers: Road Network History, Functionality And Safety

September 10, 2020 by Alison Leave a Comment

Okay so this sounds a little weird at first, but hear me out here. The ancient Romans gave the world bloodsport combat, the gladius sword, the concept of the Senate, amazing sculptures and of course, the brutality and magnificence of their empire. But, they also gave us roads. They built the first road networks mankind […]

Filed Under: Family, Kids Tagged With: Safety, traffic safety

Why Your Child Just Can’t Stop Moving

August 13, 2020 by Alison Leave a Comment

Kids are bundles of energy. But you only really understand the extent of their activity levels when you have one of your own. They never seem to stop – and it can drive you crazy.  What’s going on here?  The main reason has to do with energy levels in their cells. When kids are young, […]

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Listening To Your Intuition When You Have A Baby

June 12, 2020 by Alison Leave a Comment

Becoming a parent will be one of the most scary, exciting, and joyous times of your life. However, having children often emphasizes the need to listen to your intuition. You will have many people around you telling you how you ‘should’ be doing things, but everybody is different. The best thing you can do is […]

Filed Under: Family, Helpful Hints, Kids Tagged With: Baby, conceiving, parenting, starting a family

Lockdown Fatigue: 5 Reasons You Feel Zapped

June 3, 2020 by Alison Leave a Comment

I can’t be the only one who feels even more tired and scattered because of all the staying at home, than I did before quarantine, and murder hornets, and riots…It’s all so very exhausting! When lockdown first started, it was hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Two months later, and […]

Filed Under: Family, Healthy Living, Helpful Hints, Kids, Survival

Being Better Parents: Three Priorities We Need To Make

April 13, 2020 by Alison Leave a Comment

Being a better parent is, for many of us, about looking at our children and seeing what we can do to make them happier. But there is a fundamental flaw in this approach. While we all want the best for our children, this can be to the detriment of our health and happiness. Ultimately, your […]

Filed Under: Family, Helpful Hints, Kids Tagged With: parenting

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My name is Alison. My favorite color is glitter. I love tattoos and finding ways to simplify life. Life with my husband, two children, five dogs, three cats, and lots of miniature horses is never boring but I still find the time to advocate for brands that I love and share my life, helpful hints, and a laugh or two with my amazing fans! Read More…

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