Every year, one-quarter of older adults (ages ≥65 years) in the United States report a falling accident. Even though not all falls cause an injury, 37% of fallers, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, said that they were injured enough to need medical attention or had to limit their activities for at […]
Tips for Womens Hormone Health and Wellness After 40
Hormonal changes and fluctuations are a common part of life for many women, from menstrual cycles to pregnancy to perimenopause. However, hormones don’t only impact your early life. As women enter their 40s and beyond, their health and overall well-being experience considerable transformations. Having knowledge of how hormones influence women’s health past the age of forty […]
5 Montessori Pre Writing Activities For Preschoolers
One of the most challenging skills that every pre-schooler struggles with is writing. Many parents have been at the receiving end of resistance from their kids who refuse to hold a pencil and practice writing. Don’t worry. Developing pre-writing skills and learning to write can be fun. I went to a Montessori preschool and I […]
The Benefits of a Family Cleaning Schedule [Free Printable]
Ever feel more like a maid than a parent? To change your family’s attitude toward cleaning and give yourself a break, try implementing a family cleaning schedule. It is time to get everyone to do their fair share. I provide a free printable cleaning schedule template to get you started. Additionally, I share 6 useful […]
Fun Extracurricular Activities for the Non Athletic Child
If you have a child that is not athletic it is important to find activities that will keep both their mind and body active. While some children are naturally interested in playing sports, others just don’t like sports. It is a good idea to expose your child to lots activities, both athletic and non-athletic so […]
DIY Halloween Window Silhouettes
My talented friend Meredith Weis was one of the first people to introduce me to a blog. She is super creative and always making something super cool for her kids or with kids. Check out her blog, The Crafty Canine, to see some of her amazing crafty work. Anyway, I am so happy to have […]
How To Talk To Your Kids About College
As a parent, talking to your kids frankly about college is one of the most important things you can do. Ensuring they understand what they’re getting into can help them make better decisions in the future and live the life they want. But how do you approach this discussion? What should you even say? When talking […]