Summer is in full swing and many of us are spending more time near the water. If you’re like most parents you probably assume that once your child exits the water their risk of drowning is over. But “dry” drowning, or “secondary” drowning can occur hours after your child has finished swimming for the day. … More Dry Drowning & What Parents Need to Know
By: Jessica Aldred Having never really worked in the food service industry, I always find myself facing an inner tipping debate whenever we eat out. Is it 15%, 18%, 20%? Is it based on good service or a given? This was more so complicated when we added children to the equation. While eating out happens … More Tipping Turmoil
By: Mike Stanger The graduation ceremony is over. The cake is cut. Congratulations echo all around. And, then it comes. The ubiquitous question finds its way to the ears of all the recent grads: “Are you going to college?” Many answer quickly and proudly that, indeed, they are. They then go into the details about the … More Dad to Grads: No College? No Problem!
By: Kathy Trainor Exploring New England’s rich history doesn’t have to cost a fortune! Here is a list of 10 things to do across New England that are 100% FREE for your family: 1. First Friday Art Walk, Portland, ME Local art galleries, art studios, museums, and alternative art venues host a free self-guided tour … More Free Family Activities Bucket List
By: Rob Aldred (father of 3- 7, 5 & 1) Father’s day was a day that has had many different meanings for me. When I was a kid it meant that it was a chance to spend time with my dad for a whole day. Growing up, my Dad worked 3 jobs and it was very difficult for him … More A Signature Dad Reflects On Father’s Day
By: Kathy Trainor Everyone knows Facebook, Youtube and Twitter. You are starting to hear about Instagram and Tinder but do you know the rest of the apps on your teens phone? Do you really know the Apps Teens and Tweens Use? In this rapidly changing digital world, it’s crucial for parents to be “Online.” I … More Popular Smartphone Apps for Tweens and Teens
By: Jessica Aldred Pizza, chicken nuggets (not tenders), cheese, noodles (with cheese) and the occasional hot dog (all slathered in ketchup)- These are the core of my child’s daily menu. I can get him to eat a few other things, but these are the rinse and repeat items on my ‘kids’ menu. When I first … More Picky Eaters
By: Martianne Stanger Spring has arrived and so has the glorious sun! Don’t you just love it? I do! I love how it warms body and soul. I also love how it beckons us all to head outside to bask and enjoy. Indeed, since spring arrived, our family has been relishing simple times outside. Perhaps, … More Spring has arrived!
June is Men’s Health Month and to celebrate we asked the husbands of our talented mommy bloggers to submit posts and be featured as guest contributors. Keep checking in throughout the month for additional posts from the Signature Dads. ———————————————————————————————————- By: Kevin O’Neill – Heather O’Neill’s Husband So the wifey forwarded me an email from the Signature … More 5 Things My Kids Are Good For
By: Heather O’Neill I work in special education and I spend most of my days trying to build kids up. Trying to make them understand that what they view as the impossible is possible. Trying to give them a light at the end of a sometimes very long, very dark tunnel. And with one statement, … More Planning for the Future
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