EveryMom'sPage: December 2018

Being “Smart” About Your Mommy Duties: The Ways A Smart Home Can Help You

2:44 PM

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Nowadays, we can use tech for everything in the house. Whether it's for protecting your home or just making life easier, the concept of a “smart” home is something that sounds very expensive. The most interesting thing with regards to smart home technology is that it's not just a way for you to control the thermostat when you're not at home, it's a way for you to do pretty much anything! And when we live in a world where crime appears to be on the increase, we've got to do what we can to look after our home as best as we can, so this means keeping an eye on it whenever we're not there. But in the grand scheme of things, a smart home has so many benefits, so what are these?

Parenting

10 Signs That You’re Not Ready to Have Kids Yet

4:52 AM

Starting a family seems to be the go-to thing for adults to do once they’ve found a partner and have lived together for some time. However, starting a family is expensive and mentally taxing, so it’s definitely not for everyone.

Sooner or later, you might muster up the courage to finally consider starting a family. Sadly, it could lead to a disaster if you’re not fully prepared, so in this article, we’ve put together 10 signs that show you’re not ready to have kids yet.

Home Improvement

Problems Around the Home You Can’t Afford to Ignore

3:56 AM

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Every homeowner wants their home to be secure, safe and suitable for habitation at all times. But there are some problems that can arise and develop over time that might but those things at risk. The most important thing you can do as a homeowner is keep looking for problems and dealing with them in a timely manner. This will protect your home in the long-term because you will be able to stop these issues in their tracks.

You will pay the heavy price if you do allow these problems to develop, so it’s simply not worth letting that happen. There are some problems around your home in particular that you should be aware of. These are the things that can’t be ignored under any circumstances because they’ll cost you money and result in further damage to your home.

Parenting

Four Ways A Mom Can Feel Better Each And Every Day

1:54 AM

As a mom, it can often mean that you put yourself very low on the priority scale when it comes to taking care of yourself. Your family comes first, but in so many cases, people can not pour from an empty cup. If you are putting everyone’s needs before your own then at some point you are going to struggle. So is there anything you can do to feel better on a day to day basis? Here are some of the ways you can feel better each day without it infringing too much on your own schedule and routine.

Home Improvement

Signs Your HVAC System Need Maintenance

9:59 PM

A home's HVAC system is often underappreciated. Depending on where you live, the system could be working 24 hours a day for almost half the year. HVAC stands for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning and the system is responsible for keeping your home climate controlled throughout the year.

Health and Wellness

5 Postpartum Complications to Watch For

4:10 PM

Pregnancy and delivery change a woman’s body in amazing and confusing ways. And while most people think about and plan for the upcoming changes during pregnancy, postpartum changes are often forgotten about with one exception: postpartum depression. While the associated depression and post-pregnancy mental issues are real, they’re not unexpected or unusual complications. However, there are other postpartum complications to watch for, some of which may warrant discussing your options with a birth injury attorney.

Shopping

3 Personalized Christmas Gifts that Kids Will Love

7:36 PM

Christmas is just around the corner, and as the holiday approaches, the checklist of things to do is constantly growing. When you’re a parent, getting gifts for your children may feel like one of the most difficult tasks on your list. After all, you want to make sure they love what they’re getting (from Santa, of course).

Health and Wellness

How Can You Make Sure Your Home Promotes Wellness?

6:29 PM

Making sure your home promotes wellness is essential if you want to feel your best in your home. Who doesn’t want to come home after a long day at work and instantly feel at peace? Your home should be your sanctuary, and by using the tricks and ideas here, you can make sure that is exactly what your home is to you. Read on for some suggestions that could help you to make a big difference to your home:

Parenting

8 Ways To Create A Magical Outdoor Space (Perfect For Kids)

12:07 PM

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If you’ve got little ones that absolutely love playing outside, why not think about transforming your yard into a magical outdoor space that they can play in each and every day?

Whilst having a few bits and bobs in the garden for kids to play with is all well and good, transforming your backyard into a place they love can be a pricey task - but 100% worth it when they’re asking to play outside every day (rather than staying in on their computers or phones).

With that in mind, here are 8 ways to create a magical outdoor space that is absolutely perfect for adventurous kids:

DIY

6 Christmas Crafts To Try At Home With The Kids

2:37 AM

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Winter break is fast approaching whilst the kids may have lots of new gadgets to play with, nothing beats getting them together to take part in some good old fashion Christmas crafts. From Christmas cards to tree decorations, you can make absolutely anything.

With that in mind, here are 6 Christmas crafts to try at home with the kids:

Shopping

Bahama Mama: How to Find the Perfect Swimsuit to Hide the Mommy Pooch

8:34 PM

Feeling comfortable in your postpartum bod isn't always easy. Use these 5 tips for hiding the mommy pooch so you can feel like a "Bahama Mama" once more.

It may only be winter, but people are already preparing themselves for the biggest season of the year: bathing suit season. Over 56% percent of the women in the country are currently dieting to get their ideal body shape.

Health and Wellness

An Introduction to Chemical Peels

3:21 PM

In the same way you take off a pair of uncomfortable heels after a long day at the office, do you ever wish you could just look in the mirror and take off a layer of dull, aging skin? You can, sort of. That’s the logic behind facial peels, a non-invasive treatment that reacts with your skin, causing a very fine layer of your dermis to peel off, revealing younger, fresher skin.

Health and Wellness

Motivating Yourself To Get Fit In The New Year

9:41 AM

Everyone does it, it’s become a bit of a tradition for many but a typical New Year’s resolution is to go to the gym or try some sort of dieting. But not everyone manages to stick to it, and so the same thing happens in the next year, and then it just turns into this endless cycle. So how can we improve our chances and motivate ourselves to keep fit this year? Here are some tips to hopefully help!

Travel

Hotel, Villa, or B&B: Which Vacation Accommodation is Best for Your Family?

9:12 AM

Traveling with your loved ones can be one of the best ways to spend quality time with one another. Especially when your kids are young, these trips can be fundamental in developing their open mindedness and childhood memories.

In order to decide upon the best place to stay as you travel with your family, there are many aspects to keep in mind: budget, location, transportation, and length of stay. Here are just a few of the major types of places to stay that you might want to consider when planning ahead for your vacation.

Parenting

An Insight into the Surrogacy Process in the USA

7:05 AM

Many people imagine starting a family and having kids of their own. But, unfortunately, this is not possible for all couples. Some people are physically unable to carry a child, while others will be putting their life in danger if they attempt a pregnancy. This leaves a lot of people hopeless about starting their own family.