The Perfect Pet-a RAT! Yes, REALLY!
A domesticated rat can make a perfect pet. They have been given many bad raps but in actuality they are very affectionate, clean and intelligent. Rats love to be cuddled and held and can even be trained to come on command. They are also very easy to care for. I’m serious about this so read … Read more
Protect Your Little Ones from Mosquitos
Mosquitos are an unpleasant nuisance and can ruin an enjoyable summer evening but they also carry West Nile which could be deadly especially to am infant. An ounce of prevention is much better than a infant howling with itchy red welts. Understanding what attracts mosquitoes is as important as understanding what repels them. Mosquitos … Read more
Summer Vacation is Half Over:(
Summer vacation is half over and the natives might be getting a little restless. I was shocked to see Back to School items in the stores already and the latest Lands End catalog is showing new packs, book bags and cool weather outfits for kids. Here’s a couple ideas if your child is complaining of … Read more
Nurturing and Building Your Child’s Self-Esteem
We all know these things but sometimes it just helps to reread them or think about them in a little different matter. Raising kids takes a lot of rethinking and analyzing what you are doing-both good and bad. Providing for a child’s physical needs (food, shelter, clothing) is fairly straightforward but trying to provide for … Read more
Baby Bottoms
As the weather heats up, so does diaper rash and yeast infections. Infants are more vulnerable to diaper rash in the summer. Heat, humidity and perspiration all can aggravate sensitive bottoms. Diaper rash is a red, spotty inflamed rash. To prevent it change your child’s diapers frequently and let baby go diaper-free for 15 or … Read more
