When Pedialyte isn’t easily available and not on hand and your child gets sick, here’s a great tip, make your own DIY version. This homemade recipe comes in pretty handy since most parents don’t have the actual brand in the house when their little one comes down with a stomach virus. As for single parents, they typically can’t leave their…
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What could be better than waking up on Christmas morning to the smell of something delicious baking in the oven without spending a ton of time making them? We used to travel to the mall every year to do a Cinnabon tradition, but frankly the crowds just about did us in last year. I’ve decided to create a new tradition and actually…
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I’ve often wondered about those detox foot pads and whether they really pull toxins out of your body. After doing some online research it appears that you can actually remove toxins when using a detox foot bath recipe so why spend money on expensive foot pads? I ran across some all natural remedies and decided to give it a try…
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GERD stands for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease. This occurs when you have a backflow of acid from your stomach enter the esophagus. This causes the “burn” from the term “heartburn,” and can damage the esophagus lining. Reflux is considered a disease when it is severe enough to impact a patient’s life and/or damage the esophagus. Additionally, it can cause asthma, sore…
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This is the perfect time of the year to bake pumpkin bread. Your children can turn pumpkins into jack-o-lanterns while you turn the insides (which are normally just thrown into the trash) into delicious pumpkin bread. Pumpkin bread is yummy plain, but it?s even better when it contains chocolate chips! Ingredients: 3 cups flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon…
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When in need of that party favorite, make grape jelly meatballs and watch as they quickly disappear.? They are the perfect appetizer for most any party or celebration and easy for any parent to make. This yummy dish will have others asking for your meatball?recipe. Who knew that something so simple could be so tasty. My Favorite Recipe for Grape…
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Who doesn’t love a nice big cup of flavored coffee. What if you could make your own coffee creamer at home? It’s more a treat than anything else. Most of the time I prefer it unsweetened and black; however there are days when I crave a coffee syrup or flavored coffee as a special treat. Flavored coffees and syrups can…
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According to some experts, you should expose your children to pets early. If your family is prone to food allergies, early exposure to certain foods can cause food allergies that might not otherwise exist. However, this is not true with Fido, the family pet! Scientists are finding that early exposure to pets and dirt can actually help to train your…
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When and how you introduce solid food to your baby can be an important factor in how you child reacts to foods throughout his life. Starting solids too early can trigger food allergies, eczema and asthma, as can exposing your baby to viruses during the first three months of his or her life. How to Avoid Food Allergies When a…
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Potty training requires cooperation between you, your child and your daycare provider. A deal of patience is needed from everyone involved. The process can be difficult if you expect too much, too soon. A child needs to be physically, mentally, and emotionally ready to begin. Some instances where potty training should be postponed are: If the family is moving A…
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Keeping a pet can be a wonderful experience for both you and your children. It is important to choose just the right pet for your style of living before you bring one into your home. Before choosing a pet, always fully research the breed or type. The internet is a good place to start, as well as books and internet…
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