Survive Going to the Dentist with Kids – 12 Ideas to Get them Excited!
Ok let’s face it, going to the dentist with kids is not exactly what people enjoy doing with their free-time. Even if we dread going, it doesn’t mean it needs to be that way for our kids (or even for you). Going to the dentist can be fun, and getting your kids excited about going is the first step to keeping those pearly whites healthy and strong! With Summer just around the corner, there are lots of parents making appointments for their children to go to the dentist. I thoug
Is Your Traveling Toothbrush Sanitary?
I came across a review today from our friends over at CoolMomTech. They review and test all kinds of fun and cool gadgety type devices, but this one stoood out to me. Keeping the oral hygiene for your family on tract during a vacation can be a real chore. So anything to keep your children's toothbrush safe and help them stay in those good brushing habits is always important in our book. It's the Summer time and many of you are packing your suitcase and travel bags as you read
Summer Boredom Blues
The Summer months are upon us and if you haven't heard the phrase, "mom I'm so bored, what can I do?" than you can stop reading now. For the rest of us, I'd like to offer a couple of sites that may offer some ideas and creative lists to stop the Summer boredom blues. Check out: Mike Spohr's article on Buzzfeed.com entitled "29 Dollar-Store Finds That Will Keep Your Kids Busy All Summer. Mom blogger Angie Holden and her "Summer Activities for Kids — the ultimate list of summer
Last Minute Father's Day Gifts
Did Father's Day sneak up on you? No worries, check out our "Fun Father's Day Ideas" Pinterest board for some of the best ideas for last minute Father's Day gifts.
Father's Day Plans
What do you have planned for dad this Father's Day? Check out this fun video from the famous Holderness Family.
Molding Your Children Into Leaders
Leadership is defined by the Webster's dictionary as "The quality of character and personality giving a person the ability to gain the confidence of and lead others; as, Washington's leadership was indispensible to success of the AmericanRevolution." If you were to ask most parents if they wanted their children to be "leaders" 10 out of 10 would say "yes of course". The problem lies with the fact most of us do not undertand or are aware how "leaders" are created. Most would s
Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
From our friends at MouthHealthy.org Even though they are temporary, your child's baby teeth are important, and are still susceptible to cavities. Tooth decay in infants and toddlers is often referred to as Baby Bottle Tooth Decay, or Early Childhood Caries. Children need strong, healthy teeth to chew their food, speak and have a good-looking smile. Their first teeth also help make sure their adult teeth come in correctly. It’s important to start infants off with good oral ca
Brushing Motivation
Is your child's nightly brushing routine becoming a battle? Sometimes a simple "good job" or "way to go" is enough to motivate your child for completing their tasks. But sometimes a little extra recognition is just enough to help motivate that task weary child. Everyone loves getting a special award. A trophy, or certificate may go along way to help reward that child for a job well done. Feel free to download and print this fun Monthly Award Certificate from our friends at 2m
Cracking a book this Summer
As Summer breaks into full swing, it can be a constant battle to manage the "screen" time of your children. "Screen" time refers to the time your child spends on electronic devices, smartphones, ipads or even on the old fashioned PC or laptop. In our home we call it "ED time". ED stands for electronic device. Our friends over at imom.com have come up with a classic list of the top 10 books for Summer time reading that you can enjoy with your children. Check out their list he
Protect Your Child's Eyes This Summer
Most parents are aware of the dangers of the dreaded sun burn, but did you know your child's eyes need UV protection as well? Your child's eyes are at special risk to damage from UV radiation. Children's eyes do not have the same developmental ability as adult eyes to protect against the sun's UV radiation. Make sure and pick up some good UV sunglasses with your spf 30 sunscreen this summer. Visit the American Optometric Association for more info and tips for protecting your
