I have 3 daughters, work with hundreds of kids a week, and my wife teaches autistic kids. So, while I know the term sensory toys, I wasn’t sure exactly what they are, who they are for, or how they can help. So I decided to research what sensory toys are so I would be better … Read more
My kids have been on an allowance system for over 5 years. When we started, it really helped to look at all the allowance pros and cons to make sure we did it the right way. Allowance Pros include getting kids involved with the household, instilling the value of working for what they want & … Read more
Many Americans struggle to get bigger paychecks Since the economy began to struggle in 2008, many segments of society have lost ground or just tread water. But it’s not all bad news and there ARE things you can do to change your habits, expenses, income, and yes, even get bigger paychecks. To get bigger paychecks, … Read more
All couples have disagreements. But while I’ve been married for well over a decade I still wonder about how to avoid the different types of marital conflict. The types of marital conflicts include inappropriate use of technology, jealousy and being controlling, the silent treatment, sexually destructive behavior, using kids as a weapon, money fights, criticism … Read more
Bullnose corners are rounded corners and if you’re painting them different colors, it can be really tricky. I needed to do some painting and wondered how to paint walls with bullnose corners. To paint a wall with bullnose or rounded corners, you can either have the primary color go all the way around the curve … Read more
By definition, being a parent means sometimes having your kid say mean things to you. So, I’ve started wondering what to do when your child hurts your feelings. Here’s what I’ve figured out so far: Kids are going through big hormonal changes & feeling complex feelings. When they hurt your feelings, stay calm, accept their … Read more
My wife is a teacher prior, so I know just how hard a job that is. But since I’ve heard the average teacher only lasts 5 years, I wondered what the teacher burnout statistics were. 66% of teachers want to leave their job and 41.3% of new teachers leave the profession within the first 5 … Read more
Over the last few years, throughout the United States and Canada, there’s been a significant increase in the number of people living in Accessory Dwelling Units (or ADUs for short). Have you considered building your own accessory dwelling unit on your property? Whether you want to live in it yourself or rent it out to … Read more
When you find yourself in a situation in which you require the assistance of an attorney, you might initially think whether the investment is worth it. Whether you need an attorney to handle your divorce, your immigration status or to represent you when you’ve committed a crime, there are many benefits that easily outweigh the … Read more
As a parent of 3 kids, and someone who works with hundreds of kids every week, I’ve wondered which parenting style is preferred by child psychologists? So I decided to investigate. Here’s what I found out. Parenting expert Diana Baumrind, championed the Authoritative Parenting style. Authoritative parents discipline in a “strict, consistent, and loving” way. … Read more
If you are pursuing surrogacy, choosing the right surrogate mother is of utmost importance. Which people make the best surrogate mothers? Find out. Considering a surrogate mother to carry your child can give you so much hope. After struggling with infertility, having the option to raise your own child is a relief and a joy. … Read more
If you have been able to make room for a swimming pool in your garden, then great! Not only will you and your family have hours of fun making a splash during the warmer weather, but your pool will also afford you all the opportunity of staying fit and healthy. However, as wonderful as the … Read more
We all have our habits, our coping mechanisms, and our way of keeping an even keel. However, not all are equal. Exercising off some stress is not smoking, and playing video games for an hour is not the same as substance abuse. If you’re concerned that your habits are taking a real toll on your … Read more
There is a lot to consider when you start planning your transition into aged care, with many of us unaware of what options actually exist and how they differ from one another. Anecdotal experience and unprofessional advice might help color your perception, but you want to be getting the right facts upfront so that you … Read more