One of the most exciting parts of getting a dog is bringing them home for the first time. Nothing beats the feeling of showing a dog where they’re going to live, especially if they were a shelter dog. They’ve likely never been in a home as welcoming as yours. However, there are specific considerations for getting a shelter dog that will need to be accounted for, which we’ll go over for you in this article.
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Sometimes, the kids and the pooch are inseparable, and this bond is nothing short of adorable. But, no matter how close they are, they may be hoping to become even closer with their furry friend. Luckily, there are plenty of exciting outdoor activities kids can do with dogs!
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Being a new mom is a wonderful time in your life but it can also feel quite overwhelming and nerve-wracking to now be in charge of another human being. You likely have a lot on your mind and to-do list and may feel a bit scattered brain at times.
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Our hair can break for tons of reasons, but your follicles are particularly vulnerable postpartum. Even though this is normal due to falling estrogen levels, there are ways to stop further shedding. Check out these tips on how to prevent future hair breakage and make your hair full and luxurious once again!
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We all want our homes to feel safe, warm, and cozy—a place where we can party, relax, and live all the small moments of our lives. That is why home décor is such a fun way to liven up your space and bring your unique taste out of your imagination and into reality. One of the best ways to decorate and cheer up your home is with vibrant and verdant plants. Here are a few of the best houseplants for beginners and how to care for them.
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On warm weather days, plenty of kids enjoy playing outside in the bright sunshine. Additionally, there are many easy ways you can make your backyard more fun for both kids and adults. Here’s how to make your backyard more fun and exciting.
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“It just doesn’t make me happy”, “He doesn’t make me happy anymore”, or, “You should quit, you deserve to be happy”, all common phrases that get tossed around these days. And while I’m not opposed to the fact that people deserve happiness, why are we constantly catering to happiness? Are we doing our children a disservice by encouraging their happiness above all else? If the goal is happiness all day every day, are we just learning to avoid the tough things in life? The following discusses a scenario that helps address these questions.
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“We’ve got softball”, “I’m waiting to hear what my husband’s plans are”, and my favorite, “I don’t know if I’ll be free that day?”…say what?! Trying to plan any social gathering with a group of moms is exhausting. You’d have better luck remaining sand free while wearing an Elmer’s glue dress to the beach (before the glue dries). Don’t get me wrong, I fully understand and can appreciate the fact that us moms are the ones who run the household, routines, and schedules, and that includes kids’ sports, lessons, classes, and social lives. But if 2020 has taught me anything it’s that I’m calling BS. Why? Because we are only as busy as we allow ourselves to be, we are the ones who have ultimate control over our lives. We may not be able to control the circumstances, scenarios, or other people, but we do control our own priorities.
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While the term “helicopter parenting” has many negative connotations, it’s obvious why you might become one—you’re worried about your child, and there’s nothing wrong with that. It only becomes an issue when you make it your child’s problem as well. So what should you do to avoid it? Check out some tips in this guide on how to avoid becoming a helicopter parent.
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Mom on the go in Holy Toledo 