How Reading Can Help Speech Development in Kids with Delayed Speech
My kids didn’t have any speech delays in their first language, English. But when it comes to the local language, they’ve all struggled to acquire the language. Quite a few people suggested that I read them stories in the local language, that that’s the best way to help develop speech. A reader who is also […]
Making a Quick (and Very Imperfect) Zebra Costume For My Daughter
I had a hard day today, and that sucked because it was my birthday. I had no energy for pretty much anything. And then I was reminded that my daughter Rose needed to have a costume to wear for a costume party next week, and she’s leaving to her dad tomorrow and I won’t be […]
Why it’s Extremely Important to Teach your Children the Basics of Personal Care
Good habits are important to instill in our kids. But sometimes those habits aren’t so easy to instill and are met with some resistance. Here are some useful ideas from a reader on how to teach your young children important habits. Life skills are all part of your children’s essential learning. They form the foundation […]
How to Scrimp and Save to Support Your Children With Their Studies
Are you sending kids off to college soon, or thinking about their future? This can come with a lot of worries about how to afford their college. Here are some ideas about how to save money in order to be able to pay for their education. Studying at college is not a cheap endeavor. While […]
Korean Style Cold Noodle Soup Recipe Inspired by Mul Naengmyeon — Gluten Free, Allergy Friendly, Pescetarian
Sometimes I make a dish and I follow the recipe exactly so even if it’s not something I’ve ever tasted before I have a good idea what it is supposed to taste like. Other times I have eaten a dish (or something very similar to it) before so even when experimenting with a recipe and […]
Providing Your Kids With the Best Upbringing Possible
Parenting is no easy thing. If you’re about to become parents or are in the early stages of parenting, here are some ideas from a reader about how you can help your kids have the best upbringing possible. Raising little ones will prove to be a journey. As soon as they are born, we want […]
Tasty Gluten Free Sorghum Flour Vegan Bread Recipe
I’ve wanted to try gluten free recipes with sorghum flour for a long time but I never was able to find it locally. Then when I did find it it was in a specialty shop and quite expensive. So it never became a staple in my house. However the other night a friend gifted me […]
5 Tips to Take Care of your Mental Health
As someone who deals with mental health issues, I am always trying to find ways to manage my depression and anxiety, etc. There’s some things that can help. Here are some of them. It is just as important to take care of your mind as taking care of your body. Anybody with depression or anxiety […]
Amanda’s Cheddar Beer Soup Recipe- With Gluten Free Options
I mentioned the other day that my friend Amanda passed away. One of the things she was known for was sharing her love of good food with people, as well as delicious memories. A dish she talked about regularly was her cheddar beer soup that she made for special occasions. I never had a chance […]
Step Away from the Traditional and Try Gentle Parenting in 2021
I used to call myself a crunchy mom. Or a “natural mom”. And then I learned about the term called attachment parenting. Over time my parenting style evolved, but I’d say that I lean towards what is now called gentle parenting. This post by a reader gives some insight about this method of parenting; hopefully […]
