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The Realities Of On-Campus “Student” Daycare Centres

While meant to support students who are also parents, on-campus student daycare centres are anything but supportive

Controversial Parenting Issues: Where Do You Stand?

The results are in: find out which side you fall on when it comes to controversial parenting issues

Yes, There Is Such A Thing As A Picky Eater

“There’s no such thing as a picky eater, just a spoiled child.” I’ve heard this phrase, in every version possible, over the last few years. My oldest daughter, Penny, is a fiery and…

Laguna Beach

In case you need some summer inspiration on this chilly day in February – here are some photos from the beach from a few weeks back.Laguna Beach is only about a two-hour drive from Palm Springs, and it is such a charming little beach town. We were there o

Easter Themed Kindergarten Math Worksheets

11 Fun Pages of Easter Themed Kindergarten Math Worksheets (for Kindergarten to Grade 1 aged kids!) You are going to love this FREE printable Easter Math Pack for kids in Kindergarten through to Grade 1.     Looking for some fun Easter Themed Kindergart

Think Outside the Island Destination Box: Family Travel in Costa Rica

For many years Costa Rica was thought of as a travel haven for backpackers and thrill seekers. There were very few all-inclusive resorts and it was just not a “Family Travel” destination. This’s all changing! Central America has become a much sought

How to Help Bereaved Families After the Loss of a Child

Ways to help a family after the loss of a child.

What NOT to do When Looking for a New House

Wizz and I have been in the market for a new house for about a year now. It was last spring when we first went out looking at homes; I can remember perfectly the first two houses we saw. Since then we have viewed quite a few more, but none have been rig

Free Printable Easter Pillow Box Template

 Free Printable Easter Pillow Box Template plus ideas for fillers!   Pillow boxes are quick and simple way to make attractive packaging for a gift of small items. How to Use the Free Printable Easter Pillow Box Template to make a pillow box Save and pri

Why Online Parenting Groups Send Chills Down My Spine

Online parenting groups are great in theory, but often they are filled with harsh judgement and mean words