If you feel like you’re doing literally everything around the house, including picking up after your very capable kids, know that it doesn’t have to be that way. It makes some parents feel guilty to give their children mundane responsibilities like taking out the garbage, and some moms follow the "if I do it, it'll get done faster and better" mode of thinking. But the truth is, our children can, and probably should, handle more than we think.
Probably one of the most daunting tasks as a young parent is taking your kids on a long haul trip, and even more daunting - on an airplane. Perhaps you have seen the cute tweets or Instagram posts about parents handing out bags of candy and earplugs to their fellow traveling companions, in a plea to keep them from complaining about a screaming kid.
Those who struggle with disorders such as insomnia and anxiety are often reluctant to try medication to help with it. Either they are reluctant, or medication does not to seem help in anyway. Weighted blankets are shown to help with managing these disorders.
Dan is a father of 3 who has a strong passion for DIY projects. He recently finished revamping his bedroom using furniture he flipped and loves sharing his tips and tricks online!
