5 ways to teach kids how being grateful is good
Research shows that thankful people are usually more optimistic. They are less depressed and stressed. When we teach our children to appreciate what they have, we are, as parents, helping them take the first steps towards becoming happier, healthier adults. As a...
Family Activities to Lower Stress
Most parents can attest to the fact that being a parent can be stressful. Whether you’re a working parent, or a stay at home parent, you’re constantly making sure everyone is fed, the house is tidy, and that everyone is where they need to be (mostly) on time. We’re...
5 Reasons to Hug Your Child Everyday
A simple hug, in reality, is not all that simple! Hugs can help children grow to be healthier, happier, smarter, and strengthen parent/child relationships. It’s true! Each time you are hugged your body releases a hormone called oxytocin. This hormone helps to boost...
4 Self Care Ideas for Busy Moms
Being a mom is one of the most rewarding, yet exhausting, experiences. Moms are baby feeders, tear wipers, house managers, fun planners, book readers, you name it… moms do it! All of the jobs a mom does make it easy to put off implementing self care, let alone think...