What do you get your child for their birthday this year or if they have another special event? It can be tricky to choose what is suitable. In years gone by, you may have given them a book or a DVD. But technology is now more mainstream. So, children want things like iPhones and laptop […]
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5 Life Lessons Kids Can Learn Through Sports
Putting children in sports is a great way to help them socialize and get moving. Whether you sign your child up for dance classes, baseball, or both, this invaluable experience will create precious memories and shape their future. Participating in sports can teach children many valuable life lessons. Here are five important skills and traits […]
Game Tips For Kids + $5,000 DOLE Fruit Squish’ems “Game Day Great” Contest #GameDayGreat
Being a mom, doesn’t mean that I slave over the stove all day or do without. Oh no! While my children most definitely come first, I live for the little time savers like DOLE Fruit Squish’ems. While fresh fruits are tasty, they can turn to mush in a packed picnic or even if left in a […]
Bike Safety: Things to Know Before Taking Your Baby on a Bike Ride
Having a baby on board during a bike ride isn’t something that should be taken lightly. There are many safety precautions and other things to consider before you take your infant for a cycle. To find the right bike to facilitate for you and your young child, please look here: http://99bikes.com.au/bikes/road-bikes. Before going to train […]
How Hockey Players Manage to Keep All Their Teeth
Hockey is an aggressive, contact sport. In the past, players were known for losing their teeth. However, in the present day, hockey team members are keeping their pearly whites. Advances have been made when it comes to protective gear, as well as good dental care when their is an incident involving their teeth, in order […]
The Most Common and Most Avoidable Sports Injuries Children Face
Kids love to play and be wild, there’s just no way around it. And most kids, at one point or another are going to try their hand at a sport. Sports are great for kids. They build team work and a healthy, competitive spirit, not to mention providing good exercise. But along with all of […]
Have you got what it takes to be named “SportsParent of the Year”
Have you got what it takes to be named “SportsParent of the Year”? Do you live the long drives and rumbling of the crowd? Do you cheer till your heart is content in the freezing cold temps and through the rainy weather that just won’t quit? Do you mend the bruises and wipe the blood […]
Sports Illustrated Kids earns the Iowa Mom Thumbs Up!
Sports Illustrated Kids is THE magazine for boys and girls who love sports. It presents sports the way kids want to read about them: with great action photos, easy-to-read stories about star athletes, helpful instructional tips from the pros, and humor, comics, and activities. Of my four children still living at home, only one enjoys avid reading like […]