Your family budget looks great. For one thing, you have an emergency fund that has enough money to tide your family over for three to six months in case of a job loss or similar situation. Moreover, your budget makes provisions for expenses incurred and how much cash flow there is. It also allots money for items such as vacations, college savings accounts, and retirement accounts. However, there's one potential area of weakness, and it comes in the form of a word that many people dislike: … [Read more...]
The Worst Case Scenario: How to Handle Family Health Emergencies
As a parent, it's inevitable your kids will have accidents and require medical attention. But, in serious emergencies, it's vital you know exactly how to handle the situation as, in severe cases, your initial actions could mean the difference between life and death. Not only will you have to get to your destination quickly, you must also try your best to identify what's wrong with your child so you can establish the right place to go. From the emergency room to walk-in clinics to emergency … [Read more...]
Studying Abroad: Sorting the Myths from the Realities for Panicky Parents
Many parents find themselves panicked at the thought of sending their child to study abroad. Will they be safe or homesick? Will this experience force us to take out a loan? Here are some answers to the biggest myths and misnomers about studying abroad�hey, maybe you'll change your mind. Studying Abroad is Too Expensive Sure, some study abroad programs are expensive, but there are a number of ways to reduce the costs. If you're worried about your college age child racking up debt or askin … [Read more...]
5 Inspiring Blogs for New Mothers
The experience of becoming a new mother is laden with different emotions. On the one hand, this is considered one of the most monumental phases in a woman's life, which makes you feel proud. However, you have seen other new moms struggle with parenting and as such, having a baby coming can also lead to dread. What if you are not up to the task? What about all the health complications? And the horror stories about new babies? Well, things don't have to be too scary because after all, you are … [Read more...]
How To Effectively Plan A Long Distance Move After A Divorce
There are a lot of people out there that will move far away from where they called home with their ex-spouse, just to escape the memories, the pain, or to have that �new start� feeling. However, a big cross-country move is a fairly intense thing to go through. It is going to take a lot of careful planning. While it might be very tempting to just throw caution to the wind and move tomorrow � just to see where fate takes you � that might not be in your best interest. Yes, there is some hea … [Read more...]
Stagecoaches, Saloons and Bandits: Old West Board and Digital Games for Cowboy Fans
The days of the Wild West are gone but friends can still get pretty crazy playing Old West board and digital games. Stagecoaches, saloons, and bandits may be things of the past yet such things live on through gameplay. Gun The name is simple yet the gameplay and enjoyment it delivers is timeless. Many of today's older gamers can appreciate the mention of Gun. One could encounter bandits, have Wild West style gunfights, and chances to hunt wild animals. Actually, there was much … [Read more...]
Mommy’s Expecting: Tips and Tricks for Telling Your Child a Sibling is on the Way
So the great news is you're expecting again. Now you have to break the news to your other children, but when is the right time and what's the best way to go about it? Here are some creative and loving ideas about when and how to tell your child you're having a baby. How Long Should You Wait? How long you should wait, largely depends on your how old your child is. Here's a guide to help you decide when it's best to share your exciting news. Your one-year-old: A young toddler will … [Read more...]
Taking Care of Your Teen: The Good, Bad and Ugly Side of Tech for Parents
Parenting teens can be an anxiety-provoking job, especially in these times. When your primary concern is caring for your teen and making sure that all's well, there are apps that you should be aware of. Here are tips. Camouflage apps Teens know that they can't trust their parents to not pry. If they have things on their phone that they would rather you didn't see -- pictures, videos, social networking apps that show that they've been hanging out with the wrong crowd -- they can now use a … [Read more...]
