While life likes to surprise us, when a couple conceives is controllable — to a degree at least. The body is incredible when it comes to the biochemistry that lies behind how and when a woman falls pregnant. With the right information and support, the growth of a family can be done in a somewhat planned fashion. …Read more... →

These days, it seems that far too many parents are content to use an iPad or smartphone to entertain their young children. But with studies consistently showing that frequent exposure to these screens can cause vision problems and negatively affect brain development, providing non-tech toys is essential for your child. Here’s a closer look at some of the best toys you can choose. …Read more... →

Individuals who run their own manufacturing facility are generally well aware of which resources and actions are available to help them keep everything running smoothly. They know which industry organizations they can join, and they know where to go to research whether completing work with used industrial equipment can be a good idea. They know they can get help when challenges occur. Yet it seems that many parents aren’t aware of where to go when facing their own struggles. This can cause them to feel hopeless and overwhelmed. It doesn’t have to be this way.…Read more... →

Every parent dreads the phone call that tells them their child has been injured at school. Just hearing the words is enough to get your mind spinning about the potential horrors, but the good news is that most school injuries are minor and very obviously accidental. Before you start to panic about long-term consequences, there are some basics steps that you should take to take control of the situation. Your response is going to be determined by the reason for the injury, the severity of it, and the financial consequences. Before you start to plan what you are going to do and say, here are the steps that you should take. …Read more... →