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When it comes to raising children, there’s no right side in any debate. There are questions we will simply never be able to answer. Is homeschooling better? Should you shout at your children, or punish peacefully? And, the gem we’re going to take a closer look at today: should you avoid using prescription medications?

This is no new problem. It’s a question parents have been asking for years. But, with more of our kids relying on long-term medication, it’s an issue which has come very much to the fore. The trouble with an argument like this is that you can face hurdles each way you turn. 

The first thing to note is that the right course of action is different for everyone. Our parenting styles are as varied as our children, and so they should be. That is what makes this diverse world so wonderful. But, that doesn’t help if you’re grappling with this issue. However, considering the following question could do just that.

How long would the course of treatment be?

One thing to ask yourself, and the most crucial matter to start with, is how long your child would be taking this medication. One course of Calpol when they’re ill is unlikely to do lasting damage. But, a prescription for issues such as ADHD is a much more long-term undertaking. And, that should play a role in how fast you are to reach for those pills. In less extreme cases, you may be considering conditions such as hay fever. While these don’t mean prescriptions all the time, it does mean exposing your children to medication yearly. Is that too much for you? Consider, realistically, a maximum amount of time you’re comfortable with. If a prescription exceeds that period, you may need to look elsewhere.

While planning a perfect Valentine’s Day surprise comes easily for young lovers, when it comes to those who aren’t ‘just the two of us’, things are a tad trickier. There is careful and timely planning involved, so you better get a jump start on things if you want to make this one the best one yet. To that end, we have done our due diligence and come up with some amazing ideas that will help you show the woman in your life just how much she means to you, so take your pick.

Kids grow fast, and their body changes. Because we are now living in the world that most parents go to work, sometimes we neglect to give our children balance healthy diet. That's why most pediatricians recommend children to take daily dose vitamins and minerals from food supplements to backup. Vitamin A, Bs, C, D, E, K as well as minerals like Calcium, Zinc, and Iron are an essential needs for growing kids. These are the vitamins and minerals which help in boosting their immune system, brain development, healthy bones, and muscles. Without vitamins and minerals, a child's body can have a severe health problem.

Is your child getting enough nutrients from the food he/she eats? Your child could be a picky eater. Does he/she love to eat chocolate? What should we do?

When you have children, it can often feel like there is no point having nice stuff. It will get ruined or stained if you do, right? For some things, like sofas, delicate ornaments, and carpet, this may very well be the case. But for individual rooms in the house, you can still have a luxury room of your dreams.

Take your bathroom, for example. There won’t be many times that you won’t be in there with them. From diaper changes, potty training, and bathtime, you will be around to supervise them. Plus, the bonus thing is that everything is wipeable. From the bathtub to tiles and shower screens, it will all wash and clean up thoroughly. So it does minimise the risk of having things damaged or stained. Plus, you need at least one room in the home that isn’t filled with everything just for the kids.

But how can you create a luxurious yet practical family bathroom? Here are some tips to help.

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When you’ve got young kids, autumn and winter can be tough. In the summer, you take them out every day, you explore, and you spend hours on end playing out in the garden. You’re almost glad of a rainy-day to get a bit of rest. Then, in the colder months, you don’t want to be outside all the time, but most of us can’t afford to be going to expensive indoor events and attractions every weekend. This can mean cabin fever quickly sets in.

Summer is already over so now my daughter is finally entering school this year. I already prepared for her school supplies, uniform, and early enrollment. I looked for a school that offers good academic teachings that could help my daughter in her educational milestones. But as a parent, I also want a safe learning environment that ensures my little girl's safety both physically and psychologically. 

In every school, children are encouraged to be more active by joining physical activities. A part of a school curriculum is the physical education program which helps develop a child's motor skills, physical fitness, sportsmanship, and competence. The physical activity is a way to help kids develop an active living. 

Choosing between having a family and a college degree used to be a tough decision. Many young moms may have had to abandon studies to focus on being a full-time parent, while others may have completed some education but delayed or canceled further study due to the demands that come with having young children.

A growing child has a lot of different dietary needs. They need to have the right foods to help them to grow. And, they need to be eating right to do well in school. This is a massive part of your child’s health. So, it’s something that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Unfortunately, though, too few parents take this as far as they can to make their children as healthy as possible. To do this right, you need to be thinking about some supplements for your child. To help you out with this, this post will be going through some of the most important supplements for your child to be taking.

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Being a mom has always been a non-stop and round the clock role, but even more so in this day and age. With meeting deadlines at work, cleaning the house, making sure the kid's homework has been done and done well, who has the time to make a delicious and nutritious dinner anymore. We can barely find a spare minute in the day, never mind a couple of hours.

Well, believe it or not, there are few tips and tricks that can help you put a healthy homemade meal on the table every night and not have to quit your job or hobby in the process. Yup, more time with the kids, more time with the love of your life, more time for you and less time cooking. Here’s how

When you’ve got kids, and a husband, and a job, and pets, it can be hard to find time to breathe, never mind relax. There’s so much to do in a day, that the thought of getting time for yourself can seem like a distant dream. However, we all know that you need to be your best you in order to give others your best. So, you need to have time out to be a good mother, a good wife and produce the best work. But, how do you do it? Here are some ways for mothers to relax.

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It’s a shame that a lot of the best things in life are overshadowed by money. For example, having kids with someone and starting a family is an absolute gift. It’s the best thing to ever happen to you. But, raising a family is expensive, and you’re constantly having to manage your money and worry about saving every single penny.

Likewise, moving into a house with your family and owning a property is another amazing thing in life. Again, this comes with the lingering shadow of money problems. Owning a family home can be very expensive. Houses can necessarily leak money from so many different places, making them tough to own while having a comfortable life.

It’s difficult, but not impossible.

Pregnancy seems to last forever when you’re waiting for the birth of your baby from conception to nursery prep! Even in the early days when they seemingly won’t stop crying, and you never sleep, the hours just drag on. Everyone who has had children will tell you the complete opposite, and you won’t believe it until it’s happening to you. Your first year as a mother will go so fast, that you’ll blink and miss it.

One moment, you look at your tiny baby who initially doesn’t quite fit their own skin. Clothes swamp them and every noise and facial expression is marvelled at. The next moment, you’re online and planning a first birthday party and picking out the best one-year-old first birthday shirt! It goes so fast, but if you’ve bought yourself a baby book like this one or this one before the baby arrives, you are able to record each of those milestones that matter so much. You can then look back on them with a smile and with nostalgia, and some of the best milestones draw a tear of happiness at the growth of the baby and sadness at the thought they’re passing by so quickly.

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