Many parents and other caregivers are unsure of the importance of early literacy for toddlers. With all the studies showing that children who read at an early age perform better academically, it seems imperative to use every available chance possible to teach them how to read. Toddlers need to develop their language skills, vocabulary and hearing comprehension in order to grow into successful readers later in life. They learn…
I remember when I was young, I had a tendency to be a brat. I was extremely jealous of the way my parents used to treat my older brother. Whenever my parents would praise my brother because, in all honesty, he is hardworking and well behaved and generally a good boy, I’d get upset. Whenever my father would pick my brother over me, I’d get even more upset. All…
As parents, we should know that the most precious years for our child’s brain development are the years they’re learning how to talk and walk. But even after this stage is over, there’s plenty of things we parents should still be aware of regarding our child’s brain development. The importance of parental involvement in physical and mental activities for their child can not be denied. These activities can have…
As the parent of a preschooler, you apparently enjoy enduring the world through your kid’s eyes (and hands and feet) as he/she traverses and learns with great interest. You do not resent having to haul him/her off to school or hold them back from preschool by simply saying, ‘Oh, they’ll have to wait.’ You don’t shudder when your child asks you where 2 + 2 = and can’t wait…
We all want the best for our homes and families. However, when it comes to choosing the best domestic and estate staffing agency for our needs, that can be tricky. Each agency offers something different, and we have to determine what our family needs most. We want to help you make the decision a little easier. What Services Do You Need With Domestic and Estate Staffing? Make a list…
As parents, we want only the most qualified people to care for our children. For many of us, only family will do, but not everyone is that lucky. If you are concerned about finding a quality sitter for your child, you are not alone. Buckhead sitters are in high demand these days. If you live in the Atlanta area, hiring reliable Buckhead babysitters may rank as a top priority…
Children can be expensive. Childcare, clothes, food, school supplies, medical bills, and a dozen other things add up quickly when caring for children. If you have more than one child, it seems to be infinite sometimes. However, there are many tax breaks for parents obtaining the childcare credit. You shouldn’t have to go broke taking care of the children you love so much. This is why tax breaks for…
Childcare can be one of the most significant expenses for families. It is also one of the most critical choices we will ever make. We must decide whether we want full-time nannies, live-in care, part-time care, childcare centers, or something totally different. These decisions can be challenging, but we can help with more of these decisions than you realize. One of the childcare benefits that we offer is event…
Mom guilt. Nearly every mother will experience some kind of mom guilt in her lifetime. Most of the time, however, we have nothing to feel guilty about. I am a mom and often feel mom guilt. While the pressures society puts on us aren’t our fault, the way we react to them is in our control. Let’s do a little exploring of what mom guilt is and how to…
