Beyond the Nuclear Family
By now in this era of ours, many of us have come to discover that the definitions of what a parent is, and how a family should operate are far more complex than perhaps we thought in generations past....
View Article5 Tips for Second-Time Parents
We are inundated with information prior to the birth of our first child, but nobody seems to say much about what to expect the second time around. True, becoming a parent for the second time might not...
View ArticleHow to be a Foster Parent
Okay, so this article won’t tell you the legalities of how to be a foster parent. My hope is to give you the information and advice you might be seeking before you make that step of becoming a foster...
View ArticleFamily TV: Halloween Specials and Movies 2011
As soon as October 1st hits, most kids are probably counting down the days until Halloween. A great way to build-up to any holiday is family TV time. Cuddling together on a chilly afternoon or ending a...
View ArticleWhat Pet Is Best For Kids?
So the kids want their first pet. It’s a lot of responsibility (for kids and parents)! Instead of going straight to the pound to pick a puppy…consider a few points on choosing the best pet for your...
View ArticleTraverse. Replacing the Family Van on a Road Trip
I’ve never been much of a van fan but with three kids in car seats, it was unavoidable. It seems many families feel the same way and automotive manufacturers are starting to listen. GM Canada’s...
View ArticleChecking-In for a Mini Vacation
I would love to be on the beach right about now, but sometimes heading out of town on a big trip just isn’t in the stars. That doesn’t mean you can’t treat yourself and your family to a little getaway....
View ArticleCelebrating the New Year, Family Style
For most of us the days of wild late night New Year’s Eve party celebrations are behind us. Becoming parents has tamed some of us. But having a family doesn’t mean all the fun is sucked out of your...
View ArticleHi-Tech Family Time: Five Tips on Using Technology to Reconnect with Your Kids
Gathering the family around the kitchen table for a board game or in the living room for a movie used to be the norm for family night. Technology has changed that. Family time now competes with video...
View ArticleForget the Family Room. It’s All About the Dining Room Table.
As the name implies, the family room is deemed the central hub for many. It’s where the family gathers to watch a movie, play a game, or just hangout. It is a room of many facets and Lyndsay offers...
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