Reading Time: 2 minutes When it comes to parenting, one of the most important things we have to do is teach our kids important life lessons about all kinds of things. These lessons are crucial because they actually shape them and their character, guide their decisions and, importantly, prepare them for the challenges they’re going to face in life.  It all sounds quite straightforward, but the fact is that teaching these lessons isn’t always easy, and it requires a lot of patience, consistency and even some creativity. With that in mind, here are some good ways to help your kids learn impo ..read more

Reading Time: 2 minutes You might think that letting your toddler loose in the kitchen is a recipe for disaster rather than a delicious dinner, and to be honest, you might be right. But don’t let the potential for chaos put you off cooking with your little one. Here are five reasons why: It’ll Help Stop Them from Being Picky Some kids have medical issues that cause them to be picky but many kids can be fussy. Letting them help you in the kitchen can be a great way to help them get out of that mindset. When toddlers are involved in the process of cooking, even if it’s simply throwing some ..read more

Reading Time: 4 minutes The thought of motherhood admittedly frightened Aundi Moore.  At the time, she had just begun to make a name for herself as one the few Black women opera singers. Work was becoming consistent, and the acclaimed soprano thought revealing her pregnancy would somehow curtail her progress and bring her dream to a screeching halt. I was afraid of my career falling apart “I was afraid of my career falling apart,” said Moore, mom to 11-year-old Tyler and 6-year-old Alex. “In the music world, if they know that you’re pregnant, they won’t hire you,” she continued. “Almost ..read more

Reading Time: 2 minutes Cold weather presents a number of challenges for parents when it comes to keeping their kids safe. There’s much more chance of a slip and fall, there’s more sickness around and there’s often less visibility (either due to the weather or because the sun sets earlier than in the summer), meaning accidents can be more likely. That’s why it’s a good idea to have some plans in place to keep your kids safe in cold weather so they can still go outside and get some fresh air and stay protected at the same time. Properly Layer for the Car Having a big, thick winter jacket isn’t ..read more

Reading Time: < 1 minute One set of New Year’s babies will have a great birthday story to tell. These twins were born on different days — and different years. New Jersey mother Eve welcomed twin boys before and after midnight in 2023 and in 2024 at Virtua Voorhees Hospital. Twins Ezekial, left, and Ezra were born before and after midnight in 2023 and 2024. Photo Courtesy of Virtua Health Older twin Ezra was born at 11:48 on New Year’s Eve, while his brother Ezekial arrived at 12:28 on New Year’s Day. Their father Billy shares a NYE birthday with Ezra, and the parents’ oldest child turns 3 o ..read more

Reading Time: 6 minutes When you are looking for a good financial future and you are also looking for a good work-life balance, you might consider starting a small business. Whether it’s a self-employed side hustle or you are trying to create a business that could be your full-time income, doing so could help you to have the flexibility you want with a family as well as ensure you are financially secure as your family grows.  Taking the leap into entrepreneurship, although exciting, will take a lot of planning and hard work. So let’s first have a look at some of the steps you should be ta ..read more

Reading Time: 2 minutes When you’ve just had a baby, the last thing on your mind is to take up running, eat a balanced diet and generally get fit and healthy. Your day is more preoccupied with feeding, changing and cuddling your beautiful new bundle of joy. However, in order to thrive as a mom, it’s OK to put yourself first and take care of your physical wellbeing too. You’re the type of mom who would always put their child’s health first, but it’s also very important to focus on yourself from time to time. If you start forming healthier habits and making positive choices surrounding your heal ..read more

Reading Time: 2 minutes If there is one part of parenting that is really stressful, it’s when the children become sick. When our child falls ill, it’s not just overwhelming but it can be an emotionally challenging experience, too. With concerns about their well-being and disruptions to daily routines, there’s a lot to consider to navigate this properly. Here are some actionable tips on how to deal with the stresses when your kids are sick during cold and flu season: Equip Yourself with the Right Knowledge Part of the reason we feel so overwhelmed when our kids get sick is partly to do with the ..read more

Reading Time: 2 minutes As your kids get older, it’s important that they understand the different aspects of financial life. Teaching them the basics when they are younger is important, but the older they get, the more they need to understand the complexities of money and how to manage it. There are so many different things that people need to know, so try to prepare them the best of your ability. Let’s take a look at some of the ways that you can do this: Understanding the Tax System Help them understand the tax system. They need to be tax experts or tax whizzes, but they do need to understan ..read more

Reading Time: 2 minutes As a new parent, there are likely going to be many times that you are stressed or overwhelmed. This is true of parenting in general, but for new parents, the unknown and uncertainty can make even the most minor things seem like the most significant challenges. Lowering stress levels as a new parent isn’t always as easy as it sounds. You will naturally — and normally — worry about your baby, parenting abilities and the world in general. It means you are doing your best by worrying that things aren’t right for them. But you do need to cut yourself some slack to avoid burn ..read more