You know the drill, if you've been a parent long engough (or if you're around children who have legs): you see the sale and dive right in. What's for grabs? Plenty of kids leggings, baby girl leggings, and tons of other baby girl clothes you've been meaning to pick up. Score! That's what you think when you proudly trot to the checkout stand and wait in a line that makes Christmas shopping seem like it's come early this year. But the drama...more
The great thing about murals is that they are not specifically for adults. They can also be created to cater to the younger audience such as kids and small children. The main reason for a having a mural is decoration. The design of the mural usually depends on the individual and their own personal preferences. However, it is interesting to note that the design specifications are much lenient when it comes to children. They will like anything...more
There is no question that the DNA test is far more familiar than it was only a year ago. Once upon a time, the threat of a paternity test was only ever seen in the closing moments of soap operas, a dramatic device to generate excitement and anticipation. Yet, with the human genome on the way to being mapped, and genetic testing becoming an important part of medical disease prevention, the paternity DNA test has entered the popular consciousness.For many years, child custody cases were uncertain: it was often left to the judge to decide whether a man was the biological father: at best, he could rely on blood tests, which are hardly as accurate as a modern DNA test. And while paternity DNA testing might be dramatic, it has the virtue of being accurate and based on the latest research.It is important to note that a DNA test is only admissible in a court of law if it has been appropriately administered, with the correct chain of information fully completed. In case where child custody is involved, an informal test is not acceptable. While they may clear the matter for the parents, they are unlikely to impress a judge.For a DNA test to be valid in court, it has to have followed a strict...more
Teens worry about their figure. Some found it difficult to hide her baby fat and envy of their colleagues who have developed their captivating figures. Are these obstacles for you to get the ball gown for you? These bumps and turns are relatively uniform, particularly those who are very happy for your next prom. The mothers also...more
Training kids soccer can be demanding but still more so, satisfying. Each player has their individual modest personalities which makes managing a kids soccer squad a squad a difficult challenge. The probabilities are, your responsibility as a kids soccer supervisor will be worlds away from your day job so accepting how kids and soccer work...more
Now that winter has left most of the country, it is time for camping gear to be aired out and hiking shoes to be broken in, and traveling with kids becomes a hot topic for parents who are desperate to keep their children happy on their trip this summer. There are always the old classics like I Spy and singing songs to try to keep them occupied, but these can get old quickly and even when the children are excited to do these games at first, they probably will not want to do them for the duration of the trip. It is important that you put as much thought into the actual traveling with kids as you do other aspects of the trip, like packing and making reservations. You do not want your vacation to start off bad with a terrible trip before you even arrive at your destination. The key to successfully traveling with kids is to think of things that the children enjoy, not so much what you enjoy.You may or may not be into the whole electronic age, but the truth of the matter is that electronics entertain. There are so many different games that traveling with kids could be easier if you bring electronics, from the cheap little virtual pets to the more expensive portable hand held gaming...more
The world we live in today has changed drastically with each passing generation and teen sexting and the technology that drives it is something that we all need to take seriously and address the teen to make the right decisions when asked to do this....more
With the summer here and vacations just around the corner, it is possible that you will be taking a trip, it is very possible that a kids travel activity will have to be thought about before you leave. There are a few different games that are old...more
Children love color, so it is only befitting that you can build a color theme for their bedroom based on their favorite colors. Not only will the room be appealing to them, it will make them feel like the space was personally designed for...more
Good oral health is one of the primary building blocks of overall good health and as with many things, a lifetime of good health begins during childhood. As a parent trying to help your children build a solid foundation for the rest of their lives,...more
I have just read an article by Deb Russell entitled Times tables in 21 days.Deb highlights how essential it is for a child to learn times tables well for both school and for their later lives. She points out that with increasing curriculum content...more
The sun filtered through the pines casting lacy shadows across the meadow and a gentle breeze whispered through the trees, rippling the grass in the meadow below. In the distance, we could hear the gentle babbling of the mountain brook. In the dark...more