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19 Jul

5 Tips for Single Dads Having “The Period” Talk

TheMomKind0 CommentsAdvice, Parentingparenting teens

Having the "period talk" is tough for any parent, but especially Dads! Keep reading to find out how to have the talk and make it much easier! It can be challenging, as a single father, to raise a daughter with special needs. Not only will you learn how to structure her day and help her stick to her routines, but you will also need to help her through potentially disruptive changes. Puberty, and having her period, is one of those significant changes. 5 Tips for Single Dads Having "The Period" Talk. The good news is, there are ways to lessen…

01 Jul

How to Teach your Children Home Cleaning Skills

Liz Talton1 CommentAdvice, Parentingcleaning, parenting advice

With the kids being home full time, the house becomes messier than ever. Check out these home cleaning skills to teach your children to help reduce all that clutter! Many of the parents believe that children should help in daily household chores. This will make them learn how to keep a home tidy and teach children to be responsible. Like hiring a cleaning service, parents involving children in home cleaning tasks saves a lot of time which can be utilized for other things around the house. How to Teach your Children Home Cleaning Skills Children are always curious to learn something new, and…

23 Jun

How to Raise Successful People: A Parent’s Guide for Gifted Children

TheMomKind0 CommentsAdvice, Kid Stuff, Parentingparenting advice

As a parent, you want to set your child up for success from the start. What's the best route to take? Keep reading to learn how to raise successful people! In the United States, there are about 3.2 million children that are in gifted programs in their school. How to Raise Successful People: A Parent's Guide for Gifted Children If you want your child to be one of the millions in a gifted program, there are some things you can start doing as soon as they're born to make sure they have a path for success set up for them.…

07 Jun

15 Childproofing Tips for Moms That Want Maximum Safety

TheMomKind2 CommentsAdvice, Baby, Parenting

Are you trying to figure out how to keep your home safe for children? Read this article to learn the best childproofing tips. Keeping a wandering toddler safe from all the dangers in your home can be overwhelming. But it’s one of the most important things you can do. Unfortunately, around 2,000 children die from home-related injuries each year. This includes accidents like drowning, burns, falls, choking, and more. Luckily, almost all of these accidents are preventable with a few childproofing tips. 15 Childproofing Tips for Moms That Want Maximum Safety It’s impossible to watch a child every second of…

07 Jun

Is Your Child in Pain? How to Make the Pain Go Away

TheMomKind2 CommentsAdvice, Parenting

When you're a parent, there are few things worse than seeing your child suffering and not being able to make the pain go away. Most parents would do just about anything to prevent their kids from feeling any affliction. Is Your Child in Pain? How to Make the Pain Go Away Unfortunately, parents can't put themselves into a position when they can take on their child's pain in place of them. But they can do all sorts of things to help kids in distress and to make the pain go away eventually. Check out some of the things you should…

18 May

How to Care for Aging Parents While Raising Children

TheMomKind1 CommentAdvice, Parentingcaregiving, self care

Do you know how to care for aging parents while raising children? If not, you are not alone. Let's look at some key things to keep in mind in this stage of your life. The Pew Research Center found that almost 50 percent of American adults between the ages of 40 and 59 are raising a child under the age of 18 while simultaneously caring for a parent who is 65 or older. This phenomenon is so prevalent that middle-aged adults in this age group have been dubbed the "Sandwich Generation." How to Care for Aging Parents While Raising Children…

24 Apr

5 Life Lessons to Teach Kids During Lockdown

TheMomKind0 CommentsAdvice, Kid Stuff, Parenting, Special Needs Parentingcovid, parenting tips

There are both negatives and positives to being stuck at home these days. But one positive is that we are home with our children. During the COVID 19 stay in place orders, there are 5 easy Life Lessons to Teach Kids during lockdown. Let's jump right in and see the fun things we can do! Thanks to recent events, parents from all over are doing their best to create some semblance of a school routine while at home. Keeping your kid’s attention, while attempting to continue to teach and cultivate new skills is a challenge. While guiding them through their…

23 Apr

5 Simple Ways to Help your Child having Anxiety due to COVID 19

Simon Choi3 CommentsAdvice, Anxiety, Health, Parenting, Special Needs Parentinganxiety, Children with anxiety, covid

Are you looking for ways to help your child having Anxiety due to COVID 19? Keep reading for 5 amazing tips! The global coronavirus pandemic has been unexpected with its flow-on effects, causing a great deal of uncertainty for all parts of society. As adults, it has resulted in changes to daily routines, changes to how we work, and the need to home school our kids in many cases. This uncertainty has not been limited to ourselves, though, as similarly, our children have also been affected. Ways to Help your Child having Anxiety due to COVID 19 For children, daily…

06 Apr

What to Do If You or Your Child is Injured in a Car Accident

TheMomKind1 CommentAdvice, Parentingcar safety, carseats, parenting advice

Do you know what to do if you or your child is injured in a car accident? 20-50 million Americans suffer from car injuries every year, which results in disabilities. Injured in a Car Accident? Are you wondering what to do when injured in a car accident? Not to worry! In this guide, we’ll go over what to do after your child has been in an accident. There are no doubts about it; in the aftermath of a car accident, it is almost always best to seek support and guidance from a team of legal professionals. However, planning your next…

03 Apr

5 Powerful Family Activities for All Generations

TheMomKind0 CommentsAdvice, Parentingparenting advice

Are you looking for Family Activities for all Generations to enjoy? Keep reading for 5 powerful activities to help encourage family bonding! It can be tough to get several generations of the family together in one place, much less to get everyone’s face out of their phones long enough to talk to each other. 5 Powerful Family Activities for All Generations To help you make family time more engaging and fun for everyone, here are a few suggestions for family activities for all generations. Collaborative Cooking Allow family members to choose a favorite dish or dessert, and then help each…