Did you know that less than 10% of people who make New Year’s resolutions keep them? How can you ensure YOUR success? Try using the top 10 tips below. 1. write them down It’s a fact: writing down your goals gives you a higher chance of success. two. Engage. Go beyond the land of “good ideas” to the land of […]

1. Wait for them to be ready. All children develop at different rates. If your oldest child was potty trained for two years, that doesn’t mean your second child will. If your neighbor’s child is potty trained, it doesn’t mean yours should be. Your child needs to be ready, or it will be a long battle and a frustrating struggle. […]

If you are a parent with a young child, here is a question that may make you yawn: what were you doing this morning at 1am, 3am or 5am? Were you sleeping like a baby or were you actually cuddling and rocking your little cherub in an attempt to get him back to sleep? After all, that’s what being a […]

Choosing a suitable gift for some special people in our lives can be a challenging task. What can be a perfect gift item for a family member or friend? How and where to select it? Will the recipient like it? These are some very common questions that we all tend to think about when selecting a gift item. When we […]

The word “Green” is not the omniterm for anything environmental, although there is a tendency to replace the word “Green” with “Environmental”. Environmentalism is a broad topic that has several subdivisions. Under this great theme of environmentalism, we will find Green, Sustainable, Pollution and Conservation. Each of these subdivisions are a huge topic on their own. In the mix of […]

If you’re considering jumping on the weight loss bandwagon, chances are this won’t be your first ride. The simple fact is that diets can be difficult to follow and most attempts to lose weight fail. That, however, doesn’t mean it can’t be done! This article contains great tips and advice to get you started on the path to weight loss […]

Ear infections are one of the most common reasons children visit their pediatrician for health problems. Many parents constantly worry about it. What causes this condition? How do parents know their child has one? An ear infection is basically an inflammation of the middle portion, the part responsible for transmitting sounds from the eardrum to the inner ear. With the […]

It is recommended to eat more fresh fruits and vegetables and green leafy vegetables for better health. They are rich sources of vitamins, minerals, fiber and more. These food sources are vital to help keep our weight down, improve our heart health, reduce the risk of chronic disease, and generally keep us healthy and fit. The food pyramid that shows […]

Tantrums? Yelling and screaming about homework? Complete lack of interest in school? There are so many changes happening in a teenager’s life, like changing friendships, dating problems, and “awful teachers.” When so many things are uncertain and changing, what can you do to stay calm at home? For more than a decade, I have experienced the daily treatment of teenagers. […]