Music lessons for kids are a good way to develop social skills and build confidence in your child. A number of studies have shown that music can improve brain function and has positive effects on mood, learning, memory and self-esteem. Music lessons for kids are generally offered by teachers at school or community centers. This is usually a part of after school programs. Music education has been proven to be beneficial for children from different walks of life. It can improve...
Dates are difficult enough to remember as it is. Sometimes this means that you will forget the occasional birthday or remember just in time. But when it is your girlfriend’s birthday, there is extra pressure to find the right gift. In this case, time is not your friend. If you are in need of a quick and easy birthday gift like a collar con nombre (name necklace) or a dreamcatcher, then look no further than this list. Here is a compilation of birthday gifts that are no fuss...
Whether you take the kids with your or go-it-alone, all parents need valuable ‘us-time’, even on vacation. That’s what makes Baton Rouge such a great destination for both families and grownups alike, as you can find plenty of ways to keep your kids entertained while you indulge in other leisure pursuits or you can even get a professional babysitter to allow you to really go it alone – even for a few hours. ...
I don’t know if уоu’rе аnуthіng like me, but Christmas, hоwеvеr well рlаnnеd аlwауѕ hаѕ an еdgе оf сhаоѕ аttасhеd tо it! In thе mіdѕt of аll thе present wrарріng, сооkіng, kіdѕ bоunсіng off wаllѕ, аnd family meetups, I trу аnd сарturе іt all in рhоtоѕ. Mу worst fear is I will bе sitting dоwn аt the еnd оf a hесtіс but lоvеlу Christmas day аnd rеаlіѕіng I’vе hаrdlу lіftеd mу camera (it’s...
It’s no secret that kids love video games, but – who are you kidding – you love them too! In fact, having children around the house is a great way to indulge your love of gaming. Maybe it’s too rainy for a day out, and gaming will keep you all busy. There are now so many consoles and games out there, it’s difficult to know where to start. You’re looking for something that is age-appropriate, while fun and great for bonding. If you ask me, you...
As a parent, you know all too well how busy and stressful it is. So, when you have some me-time, here are some ideas for how you could spend it. Catch Up on Sleep No, it’s not the most exciting option in the world. But when you’re a parent (especially one with a new baby), sleep is something you come to value much more than you did before. You’ll find that when you’re free of the kids for a while, the appeal of sleep is very big indeed. It’s a rare occasion when you...
Are you a dad wishing you had a place of your own within your home where you could go to relax after a tiring day in the office? A man cave provides the perfect escape you are looking for, where you can indulge in your favourite hobbies, be it watching TV, playing video games, or tinkering with DIY projects. It is also a place where you can entertain your fellow male friends while watching sports over a few beers. Creating the perfect man cave need not be very difficult, nor does...
When you have young children, you get used to being home a lot more than you used to when you were young free and single. In the early days of parenthood, once you’ve got the little rascals into bed, you and your partner probably end up slumped on the sofa and counting down the minutes until it’s a respectable time for you to also go to bed. However, as the kids get into a routine (and you get better at handling life on less sleep) you’ll find night after night in front...
