Are the “lazy days of summer” hurting your kids? When school gets out, the days with your kids at home can seem long and endless. It’s all too easy for parents to get complacent and give into the “lazy days of summer.” But that laziness shouldn’t be the norm. Here are five ways you could […]
Eight Water Safety Tips for Swimming Pool Season
With warmer weather every day in the forecast, many pools across the country will begin to open. For many, the summer season is filled with days by the pool, splashing around, swimming, and enjoying the company of others. Anytime your day involves the pool, be sure to stick to the following water safety tips to […]
Stay Protected from UV Rays with these Five Products
Summer or not, UV rays are there to harm us. It’s essential for us to protect ourselves from the disadvantages of staying under the sun. As much as we love to tan, the sun, its heat and beauty, and its UV Rays or ultraviolet rays are harmful to us. Too much exposure to UV ray […]
How to Make Summer Vacation Fun and Memorable for Kids
Many parents dread that countdown to summer vacation and the whining and boredom that ensues. One summer, I devised a schedule and went over it with the kids, got their input, and it worked beautifully. They knew what was going to happen each day and so they had something to look forward to. We sat […]
12 Things Every Mom Needs in Her Summer Bag
Is your bag keeping up with all your summer activities? Has it been managing the load like you want it to? For moms, summer survival can depend on what’s in that bag or purse. If you’ve got little ones, you already know there are few things your kiddos anticipate more than summertime. After all, school […]
Play in the Sun, Be Sun Safe this Summer
We all enjoy spending as much time as possible outdoors once the weather warms up. Soaking up the sun, sans burn, is healthy and rejuvenating. Before you head outside this summer, take the necessary steps to protect yourself, your babies and toddlers from unnecessary sunburn or sun exhaustion. Keeping your kids sun safe can be […]