Now I don’t mean to come across as ‘Neurotic mum – Return of the Neuronightmare’ but I do feel toxic toys are one of those issues that are worth a debate once in a while especially for new mothers. In a past study paper I researched the issue of toxic toys showed that they are [...]

Fire is one of those issues that really keeps me awake at night if I let it. I’m always frightened about that spark from an unseen plug socket igniting that little piece of tissue paper that just happens to be in contact with a pool of gasoline/lighter fluid/household chemical. OK so I watch too many [...]

Z7JZHUSG2RUX It is a natural instinct for parents to want to keep their children healthy and safe. Decades ago this was achieved by mom and dad keeping a close watch on their child, teaching him or her to not talk to strangers, calling a child in from the rain when there was lightning outside and [...]

It really is quite scary how, in just a generation, obesity levels have gone through the roof. What was once unusual is now common place and is having a detrimental effect on our kids health. The following graphic reveals some startling truths about the current status quo. Created by RomanticFrugalMom.com | Love Letters For Him [...]

Being a good parent requires balance. At times it can be tough to see if your parenting practices are working based on how your children appear to behave. A common complaint is that “children have almost no discipline these days.” Should parents be strict disciplinarians and basically force the children to do as they say, [...]

Teaching your children about the importance of honesty is not an easy task; however it is a challenge that you must be willing to take on as a parent. Children are not only the future of our families, they are also the future of our nation and honesty is an essential and admirable quality. Your [...]