Premature Birth Doesn’t Have to Stop People’s Accomplishments
Heroes, I had no idea that some of the individuals pictured below had been born prematurely. What a great encouragement to parents who worry that a premature birth could slow down a child's accomplishments.
Infographic Helps You Get Children to Help With Chores
Heroes, if you've ever tried to get children to help with chores and were met with resistance, you have felt the frustration shared by many parents. Not to worry, some of the most tried-and-true methods of getting children participate are shown in the infographic...
How to Help Your Child Become More Independent
Even though parents would sometimes prefer it if their child remained under their wing forever, they know that at one point kids have to grow up and set out in the world on their own. While this moment is anticipated with great fear and apprehension, it is also one of...
6 Simple Tricks to Boost Your Immune System
Cold and flu season is approaching, so it’s time to start taking extra care of your immune system. Your immune system is your body’s line of defense against foreign bodies and germs, and if it’s not in good shape it can quickly ruin your holiday season. Follow these...
Super Trooper: 5 Ways to Make Scouting Fun
Scouting can be fun and rewarding for kids and scout leaders alike. It's essential, however, to choose activities that keep kids interested and engaged. Here are 5 ways to ensure that kids enjoy their scouting experience and keep the tradition their whole lives. Low...
New App Campaign on Kickstarter Promises Strategy, Fun
I will admit it: our family really enjoys computer games. We do try to play them in moderation for the most part, and balance is a very important concept in our family. People who play video games should also be reading and creating, exercising and going outside to...
Increased First Aid Training is Needed in Schools
First aid is critically important, especially in schools where it is crucial to be able to react quickly to accidents and emergencies in order to limit the effect of injuries on children. Let’s face it, all children are prone to accidents and so a strong knowledge of...
Monday Giveaway Linky, Brrrrr It’s Cold Edition
Good Monday, Heroes! As I type, I am wrapped up in a favorite blanket because the weather has gotten colder here. Brrrrrr! Today the high was somewhere in the 20's Farenheit. I'm sure thankful for warm blankets and a winter coat. I hope that if you live somewhere...
Organic Cotton Sweater Baby Blanket Give Away!
Heroes, I was super excited when I was contacted by the good folks at BabyBlankets.com and they suggested I could give away an item from their site. After a few minutes of perusing the site, it was very clear that choosing one was going to be very difficult. They're...
Powerful Documentary About Fatherlessness Launches Kickstarter Campaign
Heroes, I want to share with you a unique project that is underway called Daddy Don't Go. It's a documentary, and the subjects are 4 young men in New York City who are trying to be good dads. The movie has been in the works for over a year, and now the producers have...