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Many new parents are surprised to discover that even kids as young as two can help out around the house. Use our breakdown of age appropriate chores for kids as a guide. Not only are there many age appropriate chores … Read more
Many moons ago when we first became a Verizon FiOS customer, my motivations were purely, unabashedly all about me. I was sick of my internet cutting out as deadlines quickly approached. I was dog tired of spending hours on the phone … Read more
Today’s post will offer a safe space for parent’s to share information and discuss common infant feeding questions. Just because we’re talking about formula, doesn’t mean we aren’t supporting breastfeeding. Pediatricians say breastfeeding is best for babies, no question about … Read more
In the beginning, my acceptance of an UltraShape journey was purely a reflex. I mean, who wouldn’t want to say yes to blasting some fat away from your belly in an non-invasive and pain-free manner? But even though my initial whim was … Read more
Winter weather has started bearing down on most of the country and even living in So Cal doesn’t stop us from getting the occasional chilly, gray day. Keep the kids and yourself from going stir crazy with these fun, tech free … Read more
By now you’ve felt it: the energy in the air. Sure, the holidays are approaching with their usual joyful crackle of magic, but this year the excitement is distinctly over-the-top as fans of a certain tale from a long time … Read more
Cold and flu season can be especially rough on kids under the age of 6 since they’re too young to take most traditional children’s cough and cold syrup. The nights are long and little bodies seem to take an exceptionally long … Read more
No one ever plans on having health issues. We are all just going about our business, living our day to day lives and out of no where it can seem like everything is teetering on the edge of a very … Read more
This post brought to you by HomeTeam. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Surf and Sunshine. When my husband joined the military our biggest concern was keeping our family connected. Between training, school and the inevitable deployments … Read more
Have you ever purchased a vehicle and then suddenly it seems like everyone on the road is driving that same make and model? The probability that everyone else suddenly has the same vehicle is very slim. In reality, it’s simply that you … Read more
As my due date quickly approaches, I find myself basking in the love and support I have felt during both my first and now my last pregnancy. With nesting in full force just 5 weeks from my due date, I’m working … Read more
“Get outside!” My mother would shout, as my five siblings and I ran around the house in a cartoon cloud of dust and chaos. There were six of us kids constantly on the go during my childhood, and my love … Read more
My father was always a stern man. He was difficult to read and approached life with the utmost seriousness. However, there were moments when something got through to him, and for a brief moment, a rare smile would soften his … Read more
I’ve spent the last five years making our first house a home. Then my husband took a new job and suddenly we had four days notice to move our family 1300 miles across the country. I loaded our SUV with … Read more
I stood in front of the mirror and spoke out loud to the person staring back at me. “Who are you?” Of course I recognized myself, this isn’t a story of how I lost my mind, but what I saw … Read more
LEGOLAND® California’s Brick-or-Treat Party Nights celebration kicked off this past weekend with even more trick-or-treating and fun than ever! The not-too-spooky Halloween party in the park welcomes guests of all ages to dress up in costume and enjoy special time in … Read more