We combed through all of Dr. Seuss’s greatest hits to find the books with the best messages and life lessons within them. 10. Yertle the Turtle and Other Stories 9. Did I Ever Tell You How Lucky You Are? When your kids are feeling a little sad or even ungrateful, Dr. Seuss’s Did I Ever Tell You How Lucky You Are? is the perfect cure. Your kids will learn from the wise old man from the Desert of Drize about optimism and gratitude....
The fact is, dads are busy. “We’re working the same amount of hours as ever, commuting the same amount of time, and doing more in terms of child care and work around the house,” Scott Behson, Professor of Management at the Silberman College of Business and author of The Working Dad’s Survival Guide. “Time management really is a challenge.” The greatest lesson you can learn to help you in facing the challenge is that while you can’t have it all, you can make the most of what you do have....
The diet part is on you (and yes, you know what to do to eat well). But the exercises are on us. The best exercises to burn belly fat are hard to find. That’s we came up with ten 10-minute workouts that will tone those abs like nobody’s business. And because you know by now that you can’t spot-train your body to get buff in one area and not another, we’ve split these workouts into building and burning segments, so you can strengthen the right muscle groups, while also shedding fat from all over....
The trick is to set some rules of engagement. Like anywhere else, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains are your friends. Saturated fat, sodium, and added sugar need to be limited. The less processed, the better. Sound familiar? When it comes specifically to fast food, focus on the salt. Fast food is a big reason why sodium is a “nutrient of concern” for Americans older than two, says Kate Donovan, a pediatric clinical dietitian at Boston Medical Center says....
But even if you aren’t ready to permanently mark your skin with the catchy phrases said by the residents of Halloweentown, you may boast about knowing every line and lyric from the movie when it comes time to watch it with the family every year during the holidays. But if it’s been a while since you’ve followed the antics of Jack Skellington, Sally, and Zero the ghost dog, you might need a refresher on the best one-liners....
Bring the party to your home, and come up with a theme that requires little more than a creative look into your gear closet or a quick trip to the supermarket. Keep your hosting duties in the one-to-two-hour window and be sure to cater to the adults who come. After all, they’re the only ones who will remember it. Here are some easy and fun 2nd birthday ideas, whether you’re keeping the party indoors or taking it outside....
According to CCA, the average cost of infant care exceeds 27 percent of the median household income for single working parents in every single state. Though block grants and federal programs exist, parents are left to navigate a confusing patchwork of policy that offers financial assistance in pieces in lieu of a larger solution. Many federally funded subsidies are only aimed at working-class parents. These help, but also leave middle-class parents in the lurch....
Southern Boy Names Southern Girl Names Southern Baby Names For Everyone As you can see, nobody does baby names quite like the South. And with so many to choose from, it’s easy to settle on a Southern name that’s fun and unique.
But during that phone call something extraordinary happened. Towards the end, my father found the courage to say three words I’d never heard from him before in my 41 years of life: “I love you.” The moment lingered as if in slow motion, overpowering my senses, throwing me off guard. I was speechless. But I mustered up the courage to say the words back to him: “I love you too, dad....
According to data from the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention, burns make up 2% of all nonfatal childhood injuries that require emergency department care. Of the kids who see an emergency doctor due to scalding, contact burns, fire, etc., the majority were are between 1 and 4 years of age. So, basically the age of not knowing any better. It’s one of the best reasons to hide your radiator....
Carnosaur (1993) What’s it about? The actual plot of the movie is extremely difficult to make much sense of but all viewers really need to know is that Dr. Jane Tiptree (Diane Ladd) is a mad scientist who creates dinosaurs using spliced chicken DNA in order to destroy the entire world. What will kids like about it? The movie follows the insane sci-fi logic that kids absolutely love and the cheesy effects make the dinosaurs fun without becoming too scary....
OCOOPA USB Hand Warmer/Power Bank This double-sided hand warmer starts cranking out heat three seconds after you hit the power button. It offers three different levels to choose from with the highest churning out a whopping 131 degrees of heat. Made from aircraft grade aluminum wrapped in plastic, it’s durable and good for up to eight hours of continuous use per charge. Buy Now $29 The Outdoors Way Electric Hand Warmer Designed for hunters and other hardcore outdoors types, this hand warmer offers double-sided heat and up to seven hours of warmth per charge....
Macfarlane is the development director at Salt Lake City’s The Sharing Place, a nonprofit devoted to helping kids between the ages of 3 and 18 understand death and grieve productively. She’s dealt with kids losing parents, siblings, and friends from disease, suicide, murder. And although children all handle the process differently, the basics of how she handles the different situations go like this. Explain What Death Is If your kid has yet to learn the concept of death, repeat after Sharing Place counselors, who all define it with the same words: “Dead means your body doesn’t work anymore....
How do you choose which silo is best for you? The short answer is “hills.” If you live in an area with mostly flat roads, you may be able to get away without an electric motor. But load multiple kids and a bag of supplies or two, and you’ll likely want a little help with the pedaling, which is why the rest on this list provide an electronic assist. (Just make sure the bike you choose has enough battery range to cover your daily routine....
RELATED: The 12 Best Toys from the 2018 International Toy Fair What you need is a pro to close that toy dive down. Enter The Strong Museum Of Play and its National Toy Hall of Fame. The nearly 20-year-old institution has been enshrining the most timeless toys since 1998 based on criteria that includes: icon status, longevity, fostering discovery, and innovation. Basically, these are the toys that are always on top....
As of this weekend, the first shipment of formula from Operation Fly Formula has landed in the country. Here’s what you need to know. What’s driving the formula shortage? Supply chain issues exacerbated by COVID-19 are still plaguing many areas of life—and baby formula is one of them. Last year, some formula brands ran into supply issues finding the raw ingredients needed to manufacture formula, which led to some shortages of the necessary product....
RELATED: The Best Grills, Coolers, and Gear For You Game-day Tailgate Now, before you start shopping, think about your summer plans. How long you need to keep cooler contents on ice will influence which model is right for you. Will you be gone for a single day of fun in the sun, or for a multi-day expedition? Will you be packing the cooler for a crew, or for a family of three or four?...
On Healthy Communication Open communication is, of course, integral to a healthy relationship. In an /r/AskReddit thread on which a user asked for the best marriage advice out there, Redditor u/brand790 offered a sage addendum to that. “Everybody always says to be honest and to communicate with each other,” he wrote. “The extra step that is left out is to not punish your spouse for being honest. Sometimes you might hear things you don’t like, but if you punish this honesty, the communication line will close....
Hari Kolam, CEO of Findem, a talent acquisition company, explains that now more than ever companies are looking to hire people, rather than employees. This means that the development of personal websites and building up your digital network will help you stand out in positive ways. Conversely, the tricks you may think make your resumé noticeable may be hurting its chances of being seen. When it comes to searching for a new job, the right strategy is crucial....
Stillbirth The most common way for a baby to die is for it to do so before it’s even born. One in 100 births are stillborn in the U.S. That means that some 24,000 babies are stillborn every year, equal to the number of children that die in their first year. There is little a parent can do here but to know that they are not alone. Pre-Term Delivery and Low Birth Weight Some 11,000 infant deaths occur related to issues during pregnancy (that’s about half of all infant deaths)....
