Whatever happened to the old-fashioned, non-electronic traditional toys like Barbie dolls, G.I. Joe action figures and Lincoln Logs? It seems that nowadays, it’s all about the iPad, Nintendo Switch and Zoomer Interactive Pets. While electronic toys do have their benefits, they just can’t replace the traditional toys. So, let’s talk about some of the benefits of non-electronic toys when compared to electronic toys.
Traveling long-term around the world with a family is a dream that many people long to realize, but it’s also the one that often seems impossible. However, with some organization, saving, and creativity, all is possible. Travelling can give you a lot of freedom, independence, adventure and education in locations ranging from very minimal ones to those of utter luxury. Continue reading
I really do love being a foster mom. Sometimes, I have to convince myself how much I love it but those are typically in the hard moments that I face. Most would say that giving a child back is a hard moment. It is… but the day in and day out moments often are what hurts my heart most. One particular time that always seems to be the most heart wrenching.
Hold on hon…
I’ll be there in a minute…
Not right now…
Go ask your brother to help you…
As a fresh parent, you have to embrace the fact that your life is going to be completely different than it used to be. Of course, this doesn’t mean you will have to completely give up on your life for the benefit of the baby, but it’s the time when your needs and habits are no longer a priority, and your baby is the one who gets all the attention. In the first few months, the baby is totally dependent on their mother, so you will have to learn how to adapt to their needs and comfort them most of the time. You have to be physically prepared to spend the whole day breastfeeding, changing diapers and rocking your baby to sleep. Here are a few tips on how to organize your new life once the baby comes.
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