Wendi Aarons

Quiz: Do You Need to Simplify Your Life? (+ $300 TargetGift Card Sweepstakes)

By Wendi Aarons

If you have a computer, you of course know that online quizzes are everywhere these days. “Which Disney Princess Are You?” “Which 80’s Band Are You?” “Which Hot Dog Topping Are You?” Just to name a few. So in the spirit of these non-stop quizzes, here is our version. You won’t find out what Cat Breed you are, but you might learn how to keep your home more tidy and how to keep your life more fun.

It’s Okay to Tell Your Kid You’re Proud of Them, Just Don’t be LOUD About It

By Wendi Aarons

Every year at this time, our elementary school holds individual ceremonies for the third, fourth and fifth grades. Anyway, that part of the event is all fine and good and it’s great to see the kids get their little medals and certificates. But then? Then things take a very obnoxious turn. Because that’s when the principal thanks everyone for coming, makes some closing remarks and opens up the mic. To the audience. Of parents….

What You Need To Know About Children’s Cough and Cold Medicine

By Wendi Aarons

Are OTC cough and cold medicines effective? Are cough and cold medicine safe for children? Do natural cures even work? It’s hard to know which advice is best. That’s why we’ve put together the following cheat sheet of cough and cold medicine information for parents wondering just how to treat their sick child. Hopefully it’s advice that will not only help your kids feel better, but will help you feel better, too.