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Healthy and Budget-Friendly Lunchbox Ideas for Preschoolers

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Before the school started, I often wander what foods I can put in my child's lunchbox that he likes and at the same time, healthy. He only spends 2 hours in school so his lunchbox has to include light foods. I am afraid he loose appetite for our lunch when he gets home. It becomes a challenge because he is picky eater and I have limited budget. Well, there is nothing I cannot handle as a mom, I know it! I crowd sourced for ideas and tips from fellow mommies.

Lookna - The Best Place To Find Local Legit Business

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Was there ever a time when you went online to search for a service provider or a particular business in your area but came up with no good results? In this day and age, people mostly rely on the internet for solutions, whether they are looking for an affordable wedding dress maker, a vintage artwork or a sports gear shop. Some even rely on the internet when looking for a handyman. We all have become dependent on search engines for answers even to our most common problem because, let’s face it, it is cost and time efficient that way.

Mums Would Earn Big if Parenting was a Paid Job

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No doubt looking after your children is a labour of love, but the daily hassle of child care often gets parents thinking ‘what if we were financially rewarded for raising these little humans?’ Has this funny thought ever crossed your mind? If yes, then the study of Bidvine will put your curiosity at rest.

Your Kids Are Important, But Don’t Forget Your Parents Health

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Our children are our pride and joy, but let’s not forget that we were once other people’s pride and joy, too. We may be well on our way to forming our own loving family , but we shouldn’t forget that we don’t just have a responsibility to our partner and younger members of the clan. We also need to make sure that our parents are well taken care of as they enter their golden years. This isn’t an easy process, especially with so much going on in our own lives, but it’s a necessary one. Source: Pexels.com

Beat The Bloat!

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Bloating is - not to put too fine a point on it - the physical manifestation of gas. It tends to occur after eating and is a direct result of the digestive process. Basically, your stomach is working incredibly hard and it’s producing a lot of gas as a result - akin to how a steam engine lets out puffs off steam. Only with a steam engine, the resultant gas vanishes into the atmosphere. The gas from your stomach doesn’t have anywhere to go in a hurry, so it expands out… as does your waistline. You may have read that and largely skipped over it because, frankly, not many people who suffer from frequent bloating really care why it happens. There’s no need to understand the biology when you’re too busy trying to find clothes that fit two versions of you: Bloated You and Normal You. It’s no fun, it’s expensive, it can make you feel fatter than you are, and it can even be painful. Image

Important Factors to Consider Before Purchasing a Radiator

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Are you thinking about purchasing a new radiator or radiators for your home? If so, there are some important factors you should consider first. The radiator you choose will determine how warm and comfortable your home becomes, so it's a decision you should not take lightly. Below are some of the most important points you should consider before you purchase a radiator.

Copy, Print Scan with Epson L360

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As the school year starts, I need to get very reliable gadgets, and appliances to help me ease the loads of my mommy duties. I am a very busy mom with a full time job and two part time jobs. I am hands on in every single thing my children needs on a daily basis, 24 hours a day. I got three children, a 6 th grade, a kindergarten, and a five month old baby. Yeah, I got a lot of tasks every day including helping my two sons in their school projects and assignments. With that being said, a decent, good quality printer with a reasonable price is a must-have in our home.

Are You Missing Out On Precious Family Time?

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Image From Pexels It's pretty common to feel that life moves at such a pace that it's difficult to keep up with it. This is especially true when you have a family . Sometimes it feels like all you need to do is blink and your kids will go from toddlers to teenagers. Because of this, it's easy to feel as though you're missing out on the time that you should be spending with your family. This is a rather common feeling among many people and, fortunately, there are plenty of things that you can do about it. Here are just a few simple pieces of advice for when you feel as though you're missing out on that all-important family time.

5 Tips to Prepare Your Child for Your New Born

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Finding out you’re going to have another baby is an exciting time. Maybe this time around you have a Gerber baby , cute and adorable. However, there may be things that you’re nervous about. These may be things like the added expense of another child, how you’ll manage with more than one and how to encourage a relationship between siblings. Your current children may pick up on some of these anxieties and may have concerns of their own. It’s important to pay attention to your other children during your pregnancy. Here’s what you can do to prepare them for the new arrival.

Caring For Elderly Parents: What Your Options Are At Snyder Village

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We are all aware that aging is a natural part of life that everyone goes through. When it catches up with you, however, it can still come as a bit of a surprise. One of the worries that many people have about aging is about who will care for them when they are no longer able to care for themselves. As a child of aging parents, the worry and concern you may feel for them is completely natural but also means that you may feel unsure as to how best to look after your parents or even what your options are. Wanting to look after your family’s health is one thing, but being in charge of your parents is particularly difficult as it is a complete role-reversal from the relationship most of us had growing up when our parents were our primary caregivers. You may have to adapt to certain age-related illnesses that your parents may suffer from such as Alzheimer's .

Postpartum Self Care Tips Every New Mom Should Know!

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When you become a mother your whole life changes, in many ways, your entire world is turned upside down. Everything is different; you are no longer the most important person in your life, your child is - and that’s how it should be. That being said, just because your new addition is now the center of your world, that doesn’t mean that you should start skipping self-care and letting your wellness suffer. Yes, life as a parent is busy, but that’s no excuse for not looking after yourself as you should do. Think of it this way, if you aren’t in the best place possible, then you can’t be the best mommy possible, which is why self-care becomes even more important when you become a momma .

4 Supplements That Can Help You Get Your Pre-Baby Body Back

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Image by Pixabay For new Moms, especially those who’ve just delivered their first baby, that first long,hard post-childbirth look at ourselves in the mirror ain’t a pretty one. There isn’t a woman on the planet who looks amazing immediately after giving birth so the most important thing to remember is not to worry about it. Seriously, getting stressed can cause your body to produce more cortizone which means you’ll be storing more fat so take some deep breaths, okay?

You're Pregnant!: Here's What To Look Forward To

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Image Source So you've just found out you're having a baby - congratulations! There's so much to look forward to when your baby comes, but why wait when there's a whole bunch of things to do now you're expecting. This is your time, so make the most of it - here's how.

Coping With Children That Suffer From Health Issues

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During infancy and childhood, most children have some kind of health issues that need to be taken seriously by the parents. However, some parents find it difficult to grasp these issues and, as a result, treat their children without giving them the proper love, care and respect they deserve. Neglecting these health issues and shrugging them off as “development issues” is a horrible habit and it could lead to severe health issues that will negatively impact your child’s health when they grow older. This makes it extremely important to understand, research, and cope with these health issues no matter what they may be.

What To Do In A Fiscal Family Emergency

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An emergency in the family might be every mother's nightmare. We have a responsibility to keep our family safe and if we encounter an emergency in the family, it can feel like we've failed in some way shape or form - of course, we have not - but it certainly feels like that. No family wants to encounter an emergency, but through our actions - or inaction - we will encounter emergencies. However, our true ability shines through in how we deal with and prevent these emergencies. Many family emergencies will deal with health - however, we are here to talk about finances today - because many families might not be aware of the impact that finances have on family life. Finances can ensure the security and health of a family, and a family that runs into financial issues will see itself worry about its security and its health. Financial emergencies can be a huge source of stress for any kind of family, and in most circumstances a financial emergency is avoidable.

How And Why You Should Get Your Child Into Sports

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When your children are young, they’re usually very proactive and bursting with energy. You can see for yourself; they’re climbing on the dog, jumping on the sofa, their bed and running around screaming with joy and not a care in the world. Fortunately, at around ten years old they’re just growing out of a phase where their hyperactivity is short lived and only surfaces in short bursts. The sad part is, they begin growing up and other activities soon encapsulate their life, like school, homework and helping around the house with chores.

Jarful of Goodness Soothing Lavender & Vanilla Dead Sea Salt Scrub #ProductReview

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I love body scrubs, infact I have tried a lot from different brands already. I like how my skin feels moisturized and clean after exfoliating. It is essential to exfoliate our skin atleast once a week to remove dead skin. I remember, I did a product review on some of them. This time, I tried an all-natural salt scrub from Jarful of Goodness.

Push Present Ideas for New Moms

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One of the best moments in the world is finding out you and your partner are expecting a new baby. The anticipation and excitement overwhelms you as the countdown begins before you can finally hold your little bundle of joy in your arms. Family, friends, and especially dad’s provide support to the mother as her body is to put through the ringer for months as she prepares to bring one of the greatest gifts ever into this world. Those grueling months after are often awarded with what many call a Push Present which is essentially a gift to celebrate the birth of the new baby and this incredible time. Push presents are given either before, after or even in the delivery room.

Styling Hair with Black HairSpray

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This is a sponsored post. All opinions are mine. Girls wanted that perfectly beautiful hair they can pretty much style in any way they like. But in reality, you will have to shell out more than a thousand bucks just to achieve that perfect hair you have always wanted. I do have a messy, unruly hair which I really find hard time styling every time I go out. To get straight hair that I want, I need to dedicate at least an hour with my styling tools and hair products. Unfortunately, an hour of preparation dedicated to my hair is just too much to ask because a mom with three demanding kids will not even have a 30 minute to prepare herself.  

4 Tips for Improving Your Garage

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  A good garage can drastically improve the value of your home. It ’ s something that most prospective homeowners and all real estate agents will focus on, and a little care and attention can go a long way here. You don ’ t need the biggest budget or the best DIY skills either. It just takes a takes a few minutes and a little hard work to bring your garage up to scratch, as these 4 Tips for Improving Your Garage show.

Time To Shine: Your Guide To Looking Amazing This Summer

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The summertime is upon us, and lots of women want to make sure they look their best. If you haven’t done much exercise this year, you might have piled on a few pounds. However, there’s no need to stress in most instances. You can reverse the process without working too hard if you follow the advice on this page. Of course, this isn’t a complete guide, and you can always perform more research. At the end of the day, you just have to make an effort if you want to look beautiful. I’m going to offer some tips and suggestions today that all women can use during the next few weeks. So, do yourself a favor and put them into practice before it’s too late.

My Impressions on Belo Baby Talc-free Powder + GIVEAWAY #BeloBaby

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I want nothing but the best most especially for my loved ones. I know most moms can relate of being paranoid about kid’s safety in all terms. As a mommy of three, I wake up every day wanting nothing but show them how precious they are. That is why, I make sure I give the right care and right products for each of them. When shopping,  I always stick to products that contain safe ingredients.

8 Incredible Wedding Gifts For 2017

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Image Credit:  Pixabay When it comes to wedding day gifts, there are lots of options. Whatever the gift you choose, ensure its thoughtful and personalized. It does not matter whether it is extravagant or expensive. However, it is not a must to give a gift where you are not required to, though its good to give the bride and groom something.

Laneige Water Sleeping Mask #ProductReview

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For the past year, my skin concerns include excessive sebum in my nose area, oiliness in my T-zone, and dry skin at the rest of my face (not to mention the fine lines appearing in my forehead and beside my lips). I like a product that gives longer effectiveness. I am now experimenting on which brand of skin care products should I go for. Since I am pretty obsessed with Korean skin care, I decided to try Laneige Sleeping Mask which I have seen a lot of positive reviews. The only concern I have is this is at pricey side. A 70ml tub costs $29 / P1,409.00.

How To Create Your Own In-Home Theatre

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There is one thing that I am sure of, and that is that every movie fanatic needs an in-home theatre to relax in on the evenings and weekends. Let me try to convince you of this fact. When you go to the movie theatre to watch a movie, it is typically a much better experience compared to when you watch a movie in your living room. You have better sound, usually a better picture, snacks, and on top of all of that, it’s a fun place to have a date. What would you say if I told you that you could have all of this, but in the comfort of your own home? Today, I want to share with you all how you can create your own amazing in-home theatre, and why it is just as good as an out-of-home movie theatre !

Summer Survival Tips

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Summer vacation is the best time to unwind and recharge after long days at school and work. This is also the best time for family bonding. Summer vacation is all about fun. Don't let the weather get the best of you on too hot days. So finding ways on how to survive the summer heat is essential. In this post, I have round up ways on how to survive summer heat to avoid serious health or skin problems like heat stroke, sun burn, head aches and even death.

Some Things Are Too Toxic For Tots

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( Image Source ) Most parents worry about all aspects of their child’s growth and development. When you’re children are very young, they’re also very vulnerable. Of course, every parent is aware of this. But, this doesn’t mean that enough of them take all of the steps to ensure their child’s health. One of the biggest issues in the modern world that can relate to your children is toxic materials. With so many synthetic products around; it’s incredibly difficult to tell which ones are safe or dangerous. To help you out, this post will be going through a few of the different products that have both safe and unsafe alternatives.

Top 6 Instagram Baby Stores You should Follow

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For a busy mommy like me who works for 60 hours a week and plays a full time mommy duty to three children, it is very seldom to find time to visit shopping mall. And if I find time, I hardly find clothes that suit my taste in department stores which makes online shopping as the best option for me. Aside from Facebook, Instagram is the best place to shop.