There’s a bizarre conversation that takes place in homes across the world every time the sun is shining. First, a parent or guardian will notice that the sun is indeed shining. Next, that same parent or guardian will also notice that their child is ignoring the opportunity to play outside and is instead choosing to stay indoors and play the same video game they’ve been playing for months (there’s always a popular video game that kids play to death for most of a year before they shift to a new video game time drain). The instruction will then come to turn the computer off and play outside, and the child will respond: “But, there’s nothing to do outside?”.

Now, let’s look at some outdoors activities for kids, so that the next time your child is looking at you for playtime inspiration, you’ve got something in your back pocket that can swing their enthusiasm away from devices and screens. There are plenty of ways that your children can play safe and healthy outside.   [Read more…]

Having a baby is exciting! It’s scary and stressful too. Especially if it’s your first baby and you aren’t exactly sure what life is going to be like now that your little bundle of joy has arrived.

The first few weeks at home with your baby will be unlike anything you have ever experienced. Make sure you are able to spend as much time soaking it in and enjoying your fast-growing baby by following the tips on this list. [Read more…]

Whether you live in the suburbs or a big city, you’ve undoubtedly seen or have been the victim of road rage. If you live near busy highways and freeways, you may see it on a daily basis. When you hear stories of people being followed home and shot because of road rage, it makes you fearful for the safety of your teenage drivers.

While it’s not a fun topic of conversation, it’s important to talk to your teens about road rage and what to do if they encounter it.  [Read more…]

As parents, keeping our children safe is our top priority. We know to keep them away from sharp knives, flames and water. We teach them the danger of strangers, to avoid dogs we don’t know and to look both ways when we cross the street. 

But, did you know that many child-related injuries are caused by the most innocent of objects? Objects that are meant to bring joy and happiness in the safety of our homes? It’s true. Many toys have been recalled over the years, either due to an accident, serious injury or simply because they don’t meet the safety standards put in place to protect us and our children from harm.  [Read more…]