Clubfoot. Clubfoot is a common birth defect occurring in approximately 1 out of every 1000 births. It affects males more often than females and can affect one or both feet. Clubfoot should be diagnosed at birth (although sometimes doctors can diagnose clubfoot while the baby is still in the womb) and treatment should begin within the first weeks of the baby's life. The most common treatment for clubfoot is called the Ponseti Method. This method...more
As a retailer of organic crib mattresses, I am often asked, "Which crib mattress is right for my child?" This is understandable. After making the decision to invest a little more money into an organic crib mattress, you don't want to pick the wrong one. Its really more simple than you may think. The first thing you have to make sure of is that the mattress you choose is truly organic.The "Organic" LabelDo some research and make sure that the...more
With Father's Day approaching on 21st June, it's time to start thinking of ways to celebrate and recognise your Dad for all the great things he's done for you in the year! It's funny how easily we can end up overlooking Dads otherwise - we are well used to thanking our overworked Mums with cards and gifts on Mothering Sunday in March, but sometimes Fathers get overlooked!Why Father's Day?Father's Day is celebrated around the world, and was first recognised in the USA, where it became popular and commercialised. Nowadays there is a fantastic range of Fathers Day cards and different gifts to treat your Dad and say thank you for all the great things he's done for you in the year - whether that's lending you the odd tenner when you're broke, providing a free taxi service for when you can't get home from the pub late at night... buying in rounds at the pub when you take him out 'for a treat', or simply being there to chat or watch a bit of footie on the sofa with a takeaway! Each Dad is special in his own way, and Father's Day is about celebrating the role they have in your life - as well as recognising other positive male role models such as uncles, step-dads, and grandads.How To...more
Many families dread moving for numerous good reasons: when trying to take care of everything at once, people can only take so much stress all at once, and a move can push to the limits or beyond. When there are kids involved, you will have the added factors of changing schools and leaving their friends behind. With these easy steps, everyone will...more
Most will have heard about recent cuts in electricity prices from British Gas which follow on from gas prices cuts in February and cuts from both energy types from other providers in March. Now seems like a good time to check if your provider is offering you the best deal or if it is now cheaper to switch to get cheaper gas and electricity...more
Back in the good old days my friend Ronny and I used to build our own ride on cars from old bits of lumber that dad had lying around in the garage. We would scrounge the wheels and axles from the local dump along with anything else we thought would add flair, and then we would set to and build our "supercar".Dad banned us from using his good tools after we had built our first machine. It took him days to find the hammer and he never did manage to get the rust off the saw! So we had to use whatever came to hand as tools (mostly found at the dump). Needless to say our finished "ride on cars" were not pretty. Neither were they safe! But man they were fun!About a mile from our house was small hill with no trees on it, just grass kept short by the occassional cow munching contentedly away. It had a long slope on one side that went for about 300 yards with a track worn down the middle by years of ride on cars being raced down the hill by just about every kid in town.As soon as the newly built ride on cars were ready for testing, mom would pack us a lunch box and send us off with a "be home in time for dinner or you'll be apologizing to your father!" Then we would be off, Me pulling Ronny...more
If you are having a new born baby in your family then one of the most important things you have to prepare in home is good baby furniture nursery as everyone wants comfort for their child. Your crib will not be complete without nursery bedding....more
Disney princesses are so popular among little girls and adults alike. There is something within their goodness and strength that appeals to young and old alike. While Disneyland is one of the most popular destination vacations on earth, Disney movies...more
Disorganization is the greatest complaint made by teachers and ranks as a very close second complaint from parents (rivaling fights and arguments over homework). Every teacher can tell stories about bright and intelligent students who are failing...more
Joy comes to us if we truly let it and it's unto us to celebrate every moment it graces us. How? It's simple really; just do things that make you feel good. Play an extra round of golf, teach your kids a new stroke in the pool or just take some "me"...more
Father's Day is a time to celebrate your father's favourite things and bring them together, along with a huge hug and a few meaningful words of affection. When you're choosing Father's Day gifts you'll need to think up ideas based on his favourite...more
Father's Day is coming up and there are many great Father's Day gifts to choose from. There are many conventional gifts around that go down well at this time of year. Chocolates, aftershaves and items for the home or car are staple Father's Day gifts...more