6 Tips for Helping Kids Deal with Spring Allergies

6 Tips for Helping Kids Deal with Spring Allergies

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I am participating in  Influence Central’s Ambassador program on behalf of Claritin®. This program is paid for by the Makers of Claritin® and I have received compensation for my participation. All opinions expressed are my own. Allergy season is upon us! And for some of us, it’s a year round thing. I have a family history of seasonal allergies, so I know that it’s something that I have to be mindful of when it comes to my kids. Thankfully, there’s the Smart Allergy Mom™ Toolkit by the makers of Children’s Claritin® to help me out. And here are 6 tips for helping kids with spring allergies. For people who suffer from allergies, spring and summer can be cruel seasons. On the one hand, it can…

How to Encourage Healthy Habits in Kids

How to Encourage Healthy Habits in Kids

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This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Mott’s®.  All opinions are mine alone. Creating a healthy home can be easier than you think. To start, make smart food choices, and help your child develop a positive relationship with healthy food. Your children will learn their “food smarts” from your example. 4 Ways to Encourage Healthy Habits in Kids One of the more difficult parts of raising healthy kids is feeding them nutritious food. Of course they want more cake and candy, they don’t want their broccoli, and they have no idea why a balanced meal is so vital. But don’t give up; there are lots of easy ways to encourage them to eat healthier. Get the Kids Involved in the Cooking…

How To Help Kids Deal with Stress
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How To Help Kids Deal with Stress

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Kids have it so much easier than adults, right? That’s definitely what we’d like to believe. I mean, don’t you remember being in kindergarten and having playtime, snack time, and a nap? Kindergarten was the best! But, just because their lives seem like it’s all fun and games, doesn’t mean that kids are completely immune to stress. Some kids may have anxiety issues to deal with. Some kids may have parents who are divorcing. So how can we, as parents and caregivers, help kids deal with stress? Recognizing Signs of Stress in Kids -Physical Symptoms: Stressed children may exhibit physical symptoms, such as diarrhea, hives or rashes, restless sleep, changes in appetite, and /or nausea. -Emotional Psychological Symptoms: A stressed child may exhibit depression, excessive sensitivity, or…

Fun Summer Activities for Families

Fun Summer Activities for Families

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Though there are still a few weeks of school left in NY, many are already making summer plans. Maybe you live in another part of the country and your summer break will be starting sooner. Whatever the case may be, I wanted to help you with bringing a few ideas for fun summer activities for families. And guess what? I’m also including a free family summer planner! It starts in May and ends with August. You’ll see more pages in the post so just keep reading! Whether you’ve already finalized your plans or you’re still in the midst of making them; I hope this post can be of use! We’ve already shared some of our top picks for family vacations. And I’ve tried to make…

Do you suspect that your child may have anxiety? Here are a few types of anxiety that kids may deal with and tips for parents on how to help.
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How to Recognize Common Types of Anxiety in Children

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We have covered anxiety in children with autism, but today we’re going to talk about the types of anxiety in children. Stress affects children in similar ways as adults. And anxiety is no different though it may manifest differently in children. As a child, I had terrible separation anxiety- especially on the first few days of school or summer camp.  I wasn’t a shy child but I was just a child that was very much attached to my mom. Squeaker will, at times, show signs of separation anxiety but so far it isn’t too bad. But that’s just one of the types of anxiety in children. Let’s look at a few more. What does anxiety look like in children? Children’s anxiety symptoms are typical of…

How to Help Your College Student Make the Most of Their College Living Space

How to Help Your College Student Make the Most of Their College Living Space

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  This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of CORT. All opinions are 100% mine. This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of CORT. All opinions are 100% mine. Going to college is an exciting, and sometimes stressful, time in one’s life. For the student, it means another stage of life. And for parents, it also means another stage of life. When your college student decides to live on-campus in the dorms or off-campus in an apartment; you as a parent find yourself in a unique position. Sure, you may have already budgeted and prepared for more traditional college expenses, but what about furniture? Here’s a few tips to help your college student make the most of their college…