Genre: Animation/ComedyRating: PGRelease Date: July 29, 2011Runtime: 86 minChild friendly? Parental guidance may be required.Hollywood always has a way of adding a "realistic spin" to a beloved classic tale, and the trend rears its ugly head once again in the latest family friendly flick to hit theaters - The Smurfs. Here, those little blue creatures struggle to break … [Read more...] about Movie Review: The Smurfs
Should you track your kids?
You can keep track of almost anything from your smartphone or computer - from your stocks to your team's score. And now, if you're considering keeping track of your kids via your gadget of choice, you're not alone. The age of technology presents us with the controversial topic of keeping tabs on our children. You may be wondering whether it's okay to use … [Read more...] about Should you track your kids?
Summer health risks for children
Although summer is an especially exciting time of the year for most people, the warm weather can sometimes put our children's fragile bodies at risk. Whether it's the idleness of spending so much time at home instead of school or the excessive amounts of comfort food being consumed while out and about, there are certain things that might result in unhealthy outcomes for … [Read more...] about Summer health risks for children
Movie review: Captain America: The First Avenger
Genre: Action-AdventureRating: PG-13Release date: July 22, 2011Runtime: 125 minChild friendly? Recommended for ages 13 and up.Those who want their fair share of superheroes, war and science fiction will get exactly what they're itching for with Captain America: The First Avenger, the latest Marvel Comics-inspired flick to roll into theaters. Actor Chris Evans, who recently … [Read more...] about Movie review: Captain America: The First Avenger
Should PDA be kept on the DL in front of your children?
The interactions between you and your wife are often the model for your child's attitude when it comes to relationships. Many of us are often lost as to how much PDA is too much, which is why it's important to reflect on the topic every once and a while.Most people agree that a tolerable amount of PDA in the comfort of your home is acceptable when your son or daughter … [Read more...] about Should PDA be kept on the DL in front of your children?