Tips for Easy Party Prep and Cleanup · Although using disposable utensils, glasses and plates for serving food and drinks can cut down on the time spent scrubbing dishes, it adds to the amount of garbage guests throw away. Instead of purchasing multiple bulky trash bins, line collapsible laundry hampers (like the ones college kids use in their dorms) with garbage bags and place them around the party. These will work just as well as regular bins, but they’ll be easier {Read More}
I have been through 2 moves in 6 years, one to Las Vegas and one back to San Diego. I know how great it is to have tips and tricks to make it easier. Please check out unpakt and their great tips on how to move on a budget!! Moving can be expensive. It doesn’t matter if you’re moving across town or from one side of the country to the other, the process always costs a lot more {Read More}
Doctor’s Tips on Keeping Her Kids Healthy Dr. Karen Francois, Armorteria LLC Medical Expert I am all about keeping my kids healthy and fit…here are some great tips for all you moms out there. 1. Teach good hygiene from the start I always over-emphasize the need for hand washing among my family, especially when it comes to my kids. Kids don’t think twice about sneezing into their hands or leaving the bathroom without a good hand-wash. Create a list of {Read More}
When you see this post you could be screaming at me or you could be saying good for you. I don’t know. I was even a little scared frankly to even tell anyone about it because of the judgement but…and this is a big one…you can’t judge what you don’t know. So I am going to tell my story from beginning to end and all the in between. Why you ask? Because there are a lot of mommies out there like me {Read More}
Lather-Up on Sunscreen: If Memorial Day is going just right, that means that the sun would be shining and you are hosting your party outside. To make sure you and your guests are prepared for the sun’s rays, supply a few bottles of sunscreen. During your trip to the grocery store, stock your basket with kid and adult-friendly sunscreen like California Baby or Coppertone. Supply a Healthy Cocktail: It isn’t a party without the delicious refreshments – but just because they taste great doesn’t mean {Read More}
By Katie Madigan, Winemaker at St. Francis Winery, Sonoma It’s a great day when you discover a wine you love. But then what? What’s the best way to serve, store, or bring it to your favorite restaurant? Winemaker Katie Madigan, of St. Francis Winery in Sonoma, CA, wants to help keep things simple. Here are a few of her tips to keep the wine flowing. BUYING AT A STORE · Have a plan. Do you have a set menu for {Read More}
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Make Small Changes in Your Everyday Tasks This Earth Day Kate Harrison, CEO of the Green Life Guides and GreenBrideGuide.com Offers Tips for kick-starting a green lifestyle this Earth Day2013 You can easily conserve resources in your everyday life just by making a few small changes in and around your home. Here are some other ways to [...]
Making sense of the tragedy at the Boston Marathon yesterday can be quite a challenge for adults, let alone children. Children process these things differently. They may be asking difficult questions and parents may need suggestions to help discuss what happened and address their concerns. Fred Rogers from the long-running TV show, Mr. Rogers was quoted as saying, “When I was [...]
HOW TO SAFELY ADMINISTER NASAL SPRAY TO YOUR CHILD Advice from an Expert Picture your child running . . . . to get away from you . . . the nasal spray wielding, well-intentioned Mom!!!!! Nasal congestion is making him or her miserable, and all you want to do is help. Here’s how to do it [...]
