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10 Fun Ways to Make a Fuss Over Kids’ Birthdays

Did you ever stop to think about how many people celebrate their birthday each day? On average, there are over 16 million people around the world celebrating their birthday on any given day of the week. While you certainly can’t make the day special for each of...

Healthy Couponing for Families

People sometimes associate coupons with processed, junky foods. But by using coupons creatively and planning, you can feed your family healthy meals on a frugal budget. Buying organic means you are buying fresh, preservative-free food, which means the shelf life is...

Tips to Raise Thoughtful Kids

First things first, kids are not born thoughtful. They are born selfish and self-centered. You must teach them to be thoughtful. Now, don’t get me wrong. I know there are many children who are easy going and much easier to teach than others. I have two children of my...

How to Keep Your Kids Busy on a Rainy Day

With school nearly out and summer almost in session, finding activities to keep your children busy on a sunny day can be a challenge. On a rainy day, it’s a miracle. Rather than playing video games and watching cartoons, spend some quality time making art with...

Effective Journal Writing Tips for Children

Keeping a journal is one of the best ways to express ideas, thoughts, emotions and other feelings as they come. For children especially, a journal can be a great way to self-express as they grow. Sadly, many children stare at their journals everyday with less to...

How to Choose the Right Paints for Your Kids

Kids love painting and getting messy – it’s a proven fact! But as parents, just the mere sight of a tray of paints is usually enough to bring us out in a cold sweat. If we think back to when we were kids, we might remember the lasting stains on our clothes if we...