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4 simple pieces of financial planning advice for parents

2/20/2020

Enjoy the following guest post by Sara Bailey with financial planning advice for parents.

When Sara lost her husband, she quickly learned there is no handbook for those who have lost a partner and suddenly find themselves raising children on their own. She created TheWidow.net to support her fellow widows and widowers.

4 SIMPLE PIECES OF FINANCIAL PLANNING ADVICE FOR PARENTS

Sharing your life with a spouse or domestic partner isn’t always a walk in the park, especially when you add children into the mix. According to the Institute for Family Studies (IFS), approximately 49 percent of married couples with young children regularly fight about household chores and responsibilities—and about 43 percent argue about money. Interestingly, dual-earner couples are more likely to argue about money than those with one breadwinner and one stay-at-home parent.

While couples with children tend to argue about money for a variety of reasons, there are several things you and your partner can do to alleviate financial tension, reduce stress, strengthen your relationship, and build a stronger financial future for your family. Arguing isn’t necessarily a bad thing but creating a good financial plan will help you and your partner to address your money concerns in a more productive way. For some simple tips that will help you and your partner to build a healthy financial plan for the future, read on!

Life-saving mobile apps for first-time parents

1/16/2020

Enjoy the following guest post about important apps for new parents.

Josh created diaperdads.com to not only give credit to all the superhero dads out there, but give them some helpful tips to navigate fatherhood, diapers and all.

LIFE-SAVING MOBILE APPS FOR FIRST-TIME PARENTS

If you have a baby on the way, your mobile device will be the lifesaver you turn to once your little one finally arrives. With top-notch information, applications, a camera, and even a music player, your smartphone has everything you’ll require to get through many long nights and early mornings—even when you’re running on minimal sleep. Here’s a guide to our favorite apps, what we love about them, and what you need to ensure they’re ready when you need them.

Try these ideas for a better night's sleep

11/4/2019

Enjoy this guest post with tips on getting a better night's sleep.

Julia Merrill is on a mission. She wants to use information to close the gap between medical providers and their patients. She started BefriendYourDoc.org to do just that.

TRY THESE IDEAS FOR A BETTER NIGHT'S SLEEP

Life in this modern world can be pretty hectic! The day often brings with it a seemingly endless amount of responsibilities — kids need to be picked up and dropped off, financial obligations must be attended to, work deadlines must be met...the list just goes on and on and on, it often seems. Life can get so busy it seems just about impossible to actually shut down and get yourself a good night’s sleep at the end of the day. Instead of going into relaxation mode, bedtime can suddenly seem every bit as much a chore as anything else!

Without even knowing it, many of us might be sabotaging our ability to fall asleep, hours before our heads even hit that pillow. Sometimes things that we do during the day can interfere with the ability to fall asleep when we’re supposed to, but it doesn’t have to be this way! There are plenty of ways you can actively help yourself get a good night’s sleep, so you can enjoy life rested and feeling great.

Mistakes parents should avoid when planning a wedding

9/17/2019

Julia Merrill is on a mission. She wants to use information to close the gap between medical providers and their patients. She started BefriendYourDoc.org to do just that.

MISTAKES PARENTS SHOULD AVOID WHEN PLANNING A WEDDING

Planning a wedding is hard work. Even the simplest of ceremonies can cause a decent amount of anxiety. The bigger and grander you want your event to be, the more work you have to take on to make that dream a reality. When there are kids involved, planning can be even more complicated.

Whether you’re marrying your children’s other biological parent or creating a blended family, there are unique stressors hidden inside of the “regular” planning that other couples don’t face. Fortunately, once you know to watch out for these pitfalls, you’ll have a much easier time avoiding them.

Best ways to boost your child's immune system

9/12/2019

Please enjoy the following guest post with helpful advice on how to boost your child's immune system.

Krista Harper is a freelance writer in Southern California and mom to two adorable young kids.

BEST WAYS TO BOOST YOUR CHILD'S IMMUNE SYSTEM

We’re always surrounded by endless masses of germs and bacteria in our everyday lives – and for the most part, our bodies and immune systems are able to fight them off efficiently! Unfortunately though, sometimes we do get sick…even the smallest of our family members. When kids get sick, it can be difficult to watch them feel crummy – even though many doctors approximate that 6-8 colds each year is normal as their immune systems learn to fight off bacteria and their bodies get stronger.

Thankfully, there are some ways that you can help boost your child’s immune system naturally in order to help battle any oncoming germs. Let’s take a look at three things you can do!

Interview: 3 foundational concepts to lasting change

8/26/2019

I was interviewed last week by my wonderful heart-centered business coach, George Kao. In this interview, we cover 3 foundational concepts to lasting change…

* The parable of the two arrows
* the R.A.I.N. method to deal with emotional turmoil
* Self-compassion and lovingkindness

Enjoy!

5 Tips for a DIY Kids’ Room Makeover

8/24/2019

Please enjoy the following guest post with helpful advice on how to go about giving your kids' rooms a makeover.

Carly Evans is part of the content & community team at LandofRugs.com. Carly is obsessed with interior design trends and how new technology influences design.

We all like a newly decorated room, and kids are no different. It can be a very exciting thing for kids to help decorate their bedrooms for the first time, and they will have a lot of ideas on how it should be done! Below are a few tips on decorating a kid’s room, and managing the pitfalls that may occur.

Sex after a new baby: how taking a trip can rekindle the flame

8/6/2019

Please enjoy the following guest post by Julia Merrill about sex after having a a new baby and how taking a trip can help to rekindle the flame.

Julia Merrill is on a mission. She wants to use information to close the gap between medical providers and their patients. She started BefriendYourDoc.org to do just that.

SEX AFTER A NEW BABY: HOW TAKING A TRIP CAN REKINDLE THE FLAME

Becoming a parent is an exciting time, but it also poses challenges. As you and your partner focus more on the new member of your family, you may make less time for one another. This, coupled with the lack of sleep that comes with having a newborn, can leave the romance in your relationship falling flat.

A lack of intimacy is common after having a baby. However, taking a trip together is a wonderful way to recharge your batteries and get your spark back. Read on to find out how to create the perfect holiday to regain your sexual confidence as a couple.

Packing for a family camping trip made easy with printables

7/25/2019

Enjoy this guest post by Keilah Keiser on kid friendly camping games and activities for the summer. Click on the pics to download the games!

Keilah is a content marketer and writer with a background in SEO. She has written and produced content for a variety of clients in industries ranging from travel to business. She's a San Diego local with roots in the Pacific Northwest who's always ready for a road trip and would never pass up a good hike with her dog.

Picture this. You and your family surrounding a campfire roasting fluffy marshmallows while telling corny jokes and scary stories. This is the magic of a summer camping trip.

Moments like this make the chaos of packing for a family with children in tow worth it. The good news: there are printable packing guides that can help you and your kids stay organized when packing for a weekend getaway in the mountains.

Essential pregnancy prep that will make your life easier as a new mom

7/3/2019

Please enjoy the following guest post by Julia Merrill with useful tips on preparing for pregnancy as a new mom.

Julia Merrill is on a mission. She wants to use information to close the gap between medical providers and their patients. She started BefriendYourDoc.org to do just that.

ESSENTIAL PREGNANCY PREP THAT WILL MAKE YOUR LIFE EASIER AS A NEW MOM

Many moms-to-be go through a nesting phase where they feel the urge to clean, cook, and get everything ready for baby’s arrival. Why is this urge so strong? It’s almost as if there’s something in our DNA telling us that life with a new baby requires this preparation. Having a baby is amazing — and it’s also exhausting! This is why all new moms, especially single moms, need the right tools and support to make life as a new parent easier.

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4 simple pieces of financial planning advice for parents

Life-saving mobile apps for first-time parents

Try these ideas for a better night's sleep

Mistakes parents should avoid when planning a wedding

Best ways to boost your child's immune system

Interview: 3 foundational concepts to lasting change

5 Tips for a DIY Kids’ Room Makeover

Sex after a new baby: how taking a trip can rekindle the flame

Packing for a family camping trip made easy with printables

Essential pregnancy prep that will make your life easier as a new mom

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