After having our first child, my husband encouraged me to go back to school. He wanted me to have a marketable skill in case anything ever happened to him. He also felt that the burden of being the sole provider would be lessened if I chose a career that had part-time options. I decided on a two year, full-time nursing program at a local community college. There … Continue reading Moms to Moms: Going Back to School
Are you prepared for an emergency? Natural disasters, accidents, loss of income, fire, etc? This list can help you prepare an Emergency Preparedness kit (72 hour kit). Gathered by Merikay Smith, who taught a mini-class, it is a suggested list for you to use along with your own ideas and personal needs. Used in conjunction with family drills and first-aid classes, you will find your family prepared … Continue reading Emergency Preparedness
Clothing should be light-weight and loose-fitting Hats prevent overheating. Wide brims protect faces and necks from the sun. Drink 6-8 eight ounces of fluids daily. Increase fluids with increased activity and exercise. Replace lost fluid and salt in extreme heat. Alcoholic beverages do not count towards fluid intake. Use sunscreen with a sun protection favor (spf) of 15 or higher. Reapply sunscreen frequently because it washes away with water … Continue reading Fun in the Sun!
Explore nature with a MAGNIFYING GLASS. Make a VOLCANO by piling dirt 10″ high. Dig a hole in the top. Pour in 2 tsp. Baking soda followed by some vinegar. Watch the ERUPTION! Have ROLLAR SKATING or ROLLAR BLADING RACES around the block- using proper safety gear, of course. Set-up a times OBSTACLE course at a playground: go down the slide, along the monkey bars, swing on the … Continue reading Summer Fun Ideas
As a parent you learn that there are some things that you do not leave the house without. Below is a list of different items that parents keep in their diaper bag – Diapers – Changing pad – Wipes – Bottle – Extra Formula – Change of clothes – Burp cloths – Toys – Blanket – Bibs – Hat I always have extra … Continue reading Diaper Bag Needs!
Adapted from the Encouragement newsletter, here’s a few tips from moms who’ve checked them out and found they work! Distract small children when they are arguing or when they are “into” something they shouldn’t be. eg. Child is crying because big sister is playing with a friend. Say, “Honey, I need your help in the kitchen to stir the cake I’m baking.” When a small … Continue reading This works for me! Ideas from moms to moms.
ART with Angela DiCicco, The Italian Grandmama's Guide 