If you're in the process of furnishing your baby's nursery, you're undoubtedly spending a lot of time window shopping. And most probably, you've seen a few baby sleeping bags and are wondering how to pick one properly. Although blankets and sheets are still safe to use, there is a small risk of babies wiggling beneath the covers in the middle of the night. Baby sleeping bags are a secure alternative to top sheets and blankets. A well-fitted sleeping bag eliminates the possibility of … [Read more...]
Top Tips for Saving Money as a Parent
Even when you don't have a family to think of, saving money isn't always easy. There is always something to pay out for, whether that be unexpected bills, new essentials for your home, or maintenance work on your property, someone's birthday can even set your budget back. It can be very easy to lose track of your spending, and when you do have kids there are even more outgoings than you had before. No one likes to find themselves in a bind financially, so if you are worried about your monthly … [Read more...]
Your Guide to Planning Long-Term Care for a Parent
An 80-year-old woman cares for her husband after a stroke. He dies, and she is depressed and grieving. One day, she falls and breaks her leg, requiring a hospital stay and rehab. Her adult children struggle to decide her next step. She had never discussed her preferences with them. They decide to sell her home and have her move in with the oldest daughter. She knows her children mean well. But the mother is blindsided by this decision and saddened by the loss of her home and possessions. It is … [Read more...]
Light Therapy For Children: 4 Things Parents Should Know
Light therapy, also called phototherapy, is a type of treatment that utilizes artificial light to help treat various health issues and conditions. The procedure involves sitting or staying near a box or device that emits bright ultraviolet (UV) light, mimicking the natural light you can get from the sun or in an outdoor setting. The treatment has been around for decades and is thought to be effective in treating different disorders in adults and children. You may be considering trying … [Read more...]
Advice For Caring For An Elderly Parent
Seeing a parent start to struggle with their daily life is incredibly difficult and can be upsetting. However, as their child, it is important that you do what you can to care for an aging parent and find the best ways to help them. This is not always easy, especially when you have your own family and other responsibilities to manage. So, what can you do when a parent starts to struggle as they get older? There are many steps that you can take to help that will help them age with dignity and … [Read more...]
How To Take Care Of Your Parents In Their Old Age
As we get older, the things we used to be able to do with ease, without even really thinking about them, become more of a challenge. You might have noticed this with your own parents as they have aged; perhaps their mobility has reduced, or they can no longer carry out everyday tasks quite as easily as they once did. When this happens, your first instinct as their child will be to help them. However, there are a number of options when it comes to this help, and it will depend on you, … [Read more...]
5 Questions to Ask Yourself When Choosing a Care Home for Your Parents
While aging is a natural part of life, watching our parents get to the stage where they can no longer take care of themselves is never easy. Many people seek to care for aging parents on their own, but this isn't always possible with the constraints of our daily schedules and personal lives. In fact, as our parent's age, we might not be capable of handling certain conditions, and having trained professionals take charge of their care may be more effective for all parties. When it comes to … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Know When an Assisted Living Community Might Be Right for Your Parent
We always hope that our parents will be healthy and live independently forever, but the unfortunate reality is that they take care of us early in our early lives and we often reciprocate it later. However, at a certain stage, it can become too much to handle alone. When they require more help than you can provide while you're working full-time, you may consider an assisted living community as a viable solution. Here are 4 ways to know when it might be the right time and the best option … [Read more...]
