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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 27, 201410 strategies to help your child cope with dyslexia
Currently, many children are beginning to present difficulties in reading and writing. This article provides 10 simple strategies that can be done in the home to help any child cope with dyslexia
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 27, 2014
9 ways to spot — and avoid — a shady student loan ‘debt relief’ agency
Student loan "debt relief" scams abound. But how can a borrower avoid falling prey to them? Look out for these nine red flags to spot these agencies — and steer clear of them.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 27, 2014
‘Anti-social network’ app helps people avoid social interaction in real world
A new app called Cloak, which its creators dubbed the "anti-social network," helps users avoid real-life interaction with undesirable social media acquaintances.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 26, 2014Do boys make good babysitters?
Many parents hesitate to hire male babysitters. Is this gender bias a prejudice, or simply smart parenting? Here are some possible benefits to hiring outside of the box.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 25, 2014Being bullish about ending bullying
There is much a parent can do to teach their children to be brave and stand up to those who bully others. Sometimes all they need is a reason why and an understanding of what could happen.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 24, 20144 frugal family food finance tips
More money for retirement and less weight on your bathroom scales. Here are four delicious money-saving ideas.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 24, 2014How to value a child for who he is, not just what he does
Have you unintentionally created a family atmosphere where the way your children perform counts for more than who they are?
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 22, 2014
More people filing taxes from home, but is that a good thing?
As the IRS reports a 6 percent jump in the number of people filing taxes electronically, some hail it as the wave of the future while others worry that it is leaving people more vulnerable to audits.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 21, 201410 things I’ve learned from my teenagers
Teens can get a bad rap, but there are lots of things adults can learn from teens about living life to its fullest.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 21, 2014Turn a mediocre day into a fabulously fancy day with your kids
It's a day just like every day . . . until you sprinkle a little magic on normal tasks.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 21, 2014
Here’s the secret to raising happy kids, according to science
Ever wondered if there's a sure-fire way to ensure your children's happiness? Scientists decided to uncover that secret, and the secret is finally out.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 21, 2014Food costs eat budgets as prices continue to rise
Not just beef, but other foods are also rising in cost for various reasons — putting pressure on family food budgets.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 20, 2014
‘Why aren’t you more like your sister?’ and other harmful comparisons
Parents should avoid harmful comparisons to other parents, their family to other families, and a child to another sibling.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 20, 2014Central Arizona Project prepared for Arizona’s water future
Central Arizona Project (CAP) is the primary steward of Arizona's Colorado River water supplies and places paramount importance…
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 19, 2014Is encouragement or praise better for your kids?
Which is better, encouragement or praise, to build a child's self worth? Both are valuable and make distinctive contributions. The purpose of this article is to summarize the purposes of external (praise) and internal (encouragement) feedback.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 19, 2014
‘Dear Future Mom’ reaches out with heartfelt honesty about Down syndrome
The YouTube video "Dear Future Mother" is responding to one mother's fearful question of what to expect from life with a Down syndrome child.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 18, 201410 easy steps to begin family history work
Family history is all the rage right now. We love to see where and who we came from. But starting can be a daunting task. Here is where to begin.
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ARIZONA WOMAN BUSY SMART AND STRONG | Mar 18, 2014How to be a ‘good wife’ without becoming a doormat
How to put your best foot forward and stay sweet while keeping your husband's respect.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 17, 2014The anatomy of a diaper change — what to expect in the first year
Motherhood is joyous and rewarding and incredible, but it also has its un-glamorous side. You know what I'm talking about: changing diapers. And lots of them. You won't believe the messes your baby is capable of producing. Here's what you can expect.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 16, 2014
Money mistakes to avoid in your 20s
The year 2013 was a milestone for me, with lots of life changes. As I step deep into my 30s now, I thought it might be interesting to take a look back at my 20s.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 15, 2014The art of timeouts
Timeouts are often thought of as punitive, but maybe we should re-think and make them an opportunity instead, giving our children a chance to calm themselves and regroup.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 14, 2014Batteries not included: The best basic toys
If you're tired of toys that make endless noise and have headache-inducing flashing lights, or if you want your toy budget to stretch far, buy basic toys. This article offers 7 playroom-tested, mom-approved simple toys for kids.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 13, 2014Why you should stay home with your baby
Going back to work after maternity leave is hard. Here are 5 reasons to make a clean break and stay home with your baby.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Mar 12, 2014How to get good food on a tight budget
You don't have to choose between good food and staying within your budget. There are a few simple tricks to get more for your money every time you hit the grocery store.