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If family is everything, these how-tos will help you through it all, from sibling drama to family vacations to irritating in-laws and beyond.
5 Reasons to Enter Marriage Debt-Free
According to a study by Money Magazine, 70% of couples fight about money and those who fight once a week about money are 30% more likely to get divorced than couples who fight once a month. This study highlights the importance of sorting out your finances before tying the knot.
By Martin Bagel-Brown6 years ago in Families
Moving Your Family out of State
Moving is a big decision. Deciding to move out of state is an even bigger decision. Deciding to move out of state with a family tops even that. Whether you’re starting a new job or just looking for a change of environment, an out of state move can end up being an intense process. You’ll want to ensure that you’ve properly prepared everything you’ll need before you start your journey. Here are some tips to ensure your family move goes smoothly for everyone involved.
By Cristian Garcia6 years ago in Families
The 4 Gift Rule Keeps Christmas Simple
It's that time of year again! If you are like me, this time of year can be pretty stressful trying to budget gifts for your family. Sometimes that stress can make the holiday a little less fun. But it doesn't have to be that way!
By Jessica Hillis6 years ago in Families
Top Tips on Getting Your Newborn to Sleep Well at Night
Tired mums and dads all around the world are way too familiar with the trouble of getting their children to sleep. Thankfully, there is enough input from experienced parents to help ensure that your toddler stays asleep through the night.
By Martin Bagel-Brown6 years ago in Families
How to Keep Your Family Safe at Home
Home should be the safest place for you and your family. However, it is a sad fact of life that, even at home you and your family are not completely safe. There are still a lot of dangers that exist in a home. Here are some ways that you can protect your family at home.
By Mia Morales6 years ago in Families
What to Do When Your Child's Pet Dies
“Our dog Chloe was really old for a dog, and couldn’t do that much stuff anymore. She couldn’t see or hear, so someone came to our house and put her to sleep. I felt really, really sad, because she was a good, behaving dog. I started crying. The whole family was sad because they loved her. I still miss her,” says nine-year-old Audrey Jones. There’s no doubt having a pet is a special part of childhood. Pets bring joy and fun to a household. So how do you handle it when that pet dies?
By Kerrie McLoughlin7 years ago in Families
Stocking Up On Meals Before (and After) Baby’s Arrival
Let’s get real here. Once your baby arrives, you won’t have time for basic hygiene, let alone cooking. Babies are on their own time schedule, which means when you’re ready to prepare a fabulous five-course meal, your crying bundle of joy is ready to be held nonstop. And who wants to spend Baby’s future college fund on take-out? Besides, the goal is to lose the baby weight, not to pack on more pounds eating pizza day and night just because it’s a quick fix.
By Kerrie McLoughlin7 years ago in Families
6 Ways to Give Back to the Community as a Family This Winter
Although serving your community all year around is very important, it is especially important during the winter months, when temperatures are very cold and frigid in most areas. Getting the whole family involved in helping the community is not only a great way to make an impact on the environment around you, but is also a great way to teach kids about those less fortunate and how to give back. Below are a few simple ways to help serve the community as a family, especially during the winter months.
By Damien Justus7 years ago in Families
Giraffe Talk for Parents
It allows you to solve conflicts and improve communication in any type of relationship. The man who developed this great system was called Marshall Rosenberg, and he reasoned that there were two viewpoints through which we perceive and interact with the world; the Jackal and the Giraffe. His reasoning was that, while Jackal was often bound to lead into conflict, Giraffe was inclined to resolve it, and to relay its messages in a way that creates harmony. So, how does this actually work? And how can it be applied to the communication between parents and children? Here are some answers.
By Isla Wright7 years ago in Families
