Taking your kids on vacation is usually a mixture of anticipation, fun, and stress. While they may be bouncing with excitement, you will most likely hold the fear of the inevitable plans going wrong. It’s easy to become overwhelmed and let the stress of the kids running wild ruin your own relaxation time, but there are ways to make the experience enjoyable for the whole family. … [Read more...] about A Guide to Taking Your Kids on Vacation
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pregnancy health
Expectant mothers get going, it’s time for you to leave the couch and sweat it out for good reasons, though you shouldn’t be harsh on yourself. The benefits of exercise during pregnancy are no secret. But if you are a non-exerciser it’s not a good time to start sprinting. ‘Get a medical clearance from your doctor before you start exercising during pregnancy. For women who have … [Read more...] about pregnancy health
Lug Loc Luggage Locator
Over the summer, we went on a big family reunion cruise to Alaska, which meant nine adults and three kids meeting up in the Seattle airport. Everyone was coming from different parts of the country, so coordination and timing was key since we had a specific door closing and sailing time. We left at the crack of dawn from San Francisco and happily enough, everyone arrived on … [Read more...] about Lug Loc Luggage Locator
Review: Bumbleride Indie Stroller
The Bumbleride Indie stroller could very well be called the Nimbleride Indie stroller for its quick and easy handling. That was my first impression after I set it up and took it for its maiden voyage, with my newborn daughter riding in the first class seat. The 12” inflatable tires and rear suspension really smooth out the bumps on non-paved surfaces, while the swiveling front … [Read more...] about Review: Bumbleride Indie Stroller
Travel games to get the kids’ attention
I've been with my kids (7 and 11) alone in Paris for two weeks now. My wife didn't join until yesterday, so it's been just me keeping up a steady tourist monologue and trying to get the kids to pay a little attention to what they are seeing. After five days of repeating the same things without any nod of retention on their parts, I decided to make it more interesting. I told … [Read more...] about Travel games to get the kids’ attention