By Jessa McClureWith busy schedules and mountains of homework, it can sometimes be difficult to find time to be active. But leading a sedentary lifestyle can be detrimental to your child's future. Child obesity rates have tripled in the last 30 years, according to www.LetsMove.gov, and if we don't…
By Jessa McClureI'm bored. These are the words every parent dreads when their child is home for the summer.They've exhausted their electronic devices, the dusty board games in the closet, and have watched all of their favorite movies. Now, they're looking to you to provide some entertainment.
By Jessa McClureAs my son's first birthday approached, I began to feel the pressure of hosting a great party. I had observed the elaborate soirées some of my friends had put on for their babies, and I was afraid my party-planning skills wouldn't compare. I began scouring Pinterest on the…
By Jessa McClureTeaching a child to read can be a daunting task. While many children learn the basics of reading during their first years of school, parents play a big part in helping create skilled readers who love to read.If you've been wondering where to start with your little one, here are some…
By Jessa McClure Being able to communicate with your child is key to decreasing frustration, and cementing a solid bond between parent and child. But it can sometimes be difficult to do this when your baby is too young to express how he or she is feeling, or what they need.Tansyl White of…
By Jessa McClure Having metal wires and brackets strapped to your teeth during an already insecure time of life can be daunting for many kids who get braces. But there are ways to make the transition to orthodontics smoother and less stress-inducing.1. Choose the Right OrthodontistCreating an…
By Jessa McClureAs tears rolled down my son's face and his scream echoed through the room, I knew that surprising him with a trip to the hair salon for his first haircut was not the best idea I'd ever had. While we got through the tear-filled ordeal and he was soon smiling at the lollipop they'd…
By Jessa McClureThe grocery store had become a dreaded place of turmoil and frustration. Every trip seemed to leave me distraught, stressed out and vowing never to return.My four-year-old daughter had a lot to do with these feelings. Even after explaining what was expected of her in the store, it…
Springtime has finally arrived! And it's a busy time of year. One of the scheduled events for this time of year is the spring parent teacher conference.
When you have children of any age, you are well aware that some mornings can be more difficult than others. Even well organized children have a few mornings where everything goes wrong and things fall apart. Read: meltdown.A few things to consider that will hopefully help get the kids (and you) out…
