Life in a House – Lifestyle Blogger Living in Richmond, VA | Family, Food, Travel & Life with 2 teenage sons, a husband and a dog

Essential Knowledge for Raising a Little One

Having a child is a life-changing experience, and a scary one. This essential knowledge will help you start out on the right path.

Things to Consider in Planning a Memorable Bachelorette (Hen) Party

If you are planning a hen party for your bride-to-be, there are several things to keep in mind to ensure she has the best time possible!

Top Gifts for The High School Freshman

If you have a brand new freshman attending high school this year, here are a few items to help them start the year right.

Why You Should Go Fishing With Your Kids

Fishing with the kids is something my husband loves to do. Not only does it give them quality time together, but being outdoors and focusing on the catch is great for calming the mind and allowing them to relax.

Why Move When You Can Transform Your Home?

Don’t move because you aren’t pleased with the layout of your home. Transform the way it looks from these following ideas.

Our Top Tips to Improve Your Air Quality on a Budget

There are many effective ways to improve the air quality in your home that don’t cost a fortune. Here are our top tips!

Factors that Determine the Value of Your Home

Make sure you understand the value of your home by examining these important areas to think about before purchasing.

How to Find a Reliable Plumber

A reliable plumber will be registered, offer a fair guarantee, be properly insured, and come with good recommendations and referrals. If they don’t, find the right person for the job.

9 Foods to Fight Off Free Radicals

Free radicals have been associated with many diseases. Foods high in antioxidants fight off these free radicals and keep you healthy!

Vegging Out With Street Vendors

If you’re a vegetarian, you can still enjoy a myriad of street vendor and food truck fare. Here are some popular options to look for.

5 Apps to Help You Detox

A great way to give your mind and body a reboot is to detox. These 5 apps are a great way to get you started on finding the method best for you.

What’s So Good About Keto Certified Bars

When you are on any type of diet, you want a snack that won’t hinder or undo your success. Keto bars are an amazing way to tide the hunger.

4 Peaceful Ways To Shut Off The Brain Before Bed

It has been scientifically proven that you need to shut off the brain before bed to maximize your energy levels. Here’s how!

Night-time Routines Can Be Customized, Why Isn’t Yours?

Night-time routines are unlike a morning routine – you are not rushed, and you can customize it to moisturize, refresh, and prepare for the morning.

Mom and Kids Skincare Routine for Family Bonding

As a parent, you want to make sure your kids are equipped with values, life skills, and how to take care of themselves. Skincare is something you can teach them from a young age.

5 Self Care Tips to Incorporate into Your Life at Any Age

Self-care is more than moisturizing your face – it’s taking care of your entire body so you can be the best that you can be. We have 5 quick and easy ways to incorporate self-care into your everyday life.

The Best Global Hiking Destinations and What to Bring

Hiking is a great way to explore the outdoors – as long as you plan ahead and are prepared. Here’s what you should bring and some of the best hiking destinations in the world.

How to Ensure a Memorable Family Vacation

Family vacations are all about getting the entire family involved and enjoying the experience. These tips will help you get everyone excited and ready to experience something new!

Eight Places To Find Your Ikigai In Japan

I’ve always been intrigued with the Japanese lifestyle and the concept of ikigai – that which makes one’s life seem worth living. Here’s why.

Things at Home to Take Care of Prior to Travel Abroad

We all love to go on vacation – and we all always forget something! Here’s a great checklist to use to make sure you cover all the basics!

Ways to Support a Hearing Impaired Child in the Classroom

If your child is hearing impaired, there are ways that you can support them in the classroom. Here’s our advice for parents.

Signs Your Child Is Suffering Hearing Loss

If your child startles when you come into the room, or the television and music are getting louder and louder, or they just don’t answer you, they could be having issues with hearing loss.

Adderall: The Harmful Workplace Drug Employees Are Turning To

Today’s society wants the absolute best each and every day, leading an alarming rise in the use of Adderall to enhance productivity at work and subsequently a new addiction epidemic.

A Peek Into the Life of Parenting a Teen with Bipolar Disorder

My teenager has a bipolar disorder. It does not define who he is, it is just something he needs help to manage. As a parent, it consumes my world as I try to be everything he needs.

Surprise! Essential Oils Can Help ADHD

ADHD and ADD are attention deficit disorders that impact millions of children and adults across the United States. According to the CDC, around 11% of children in the United States have ADHD. If your child has been diagnosed with ADHD, or you suspect that they will be, you may want to consider using essential oils […]

Dream Career? Becoming A Horticultural Consultant

Do you love working outdoors? There are a variety of horticultural jobs available … such as a horticultural consultant. Check out the various aspects of this amazing job!

This Will Really Make Your Blog Steam Out Of The Crisis

Great content mixed with brilliant SEO techniques is always top trumps when it comes to making your blog thrive.

How To Look After The Morale And Well-Being Of Your Employees

A business is only as good as the employees who are making everything happen. So if you’re a business owner, you need to make sure your employees are happy and taken care of.

Planning for Retirement with an IRA

It is never too late to start saving for retirement. Here is a breakdown of different IRAs that you can choose from.

Helping Your Elderly Pet Live Comfortably

When you have elderly pets, you want to make sure you have done your absolute best for them to make them comfortable and well cared for all of their lives.

Choosing Your Child’s First Pet

Choosing your child’s first pet that is theirs to care for, love, is important. Here are some low maintenance pets to start them off with.

What Makes a Good Cat Bed?

Cats love a warm, sunny spot and a cat bed to call their own. Here are some suggestions for finding the perfect bed for your feline friends!

Choosing Ancient Grains for Your Pet Food

It’s vitally important to feed your pets high-quality yet affordable foods with protein sources that are from real meat, fish or fowl.

Tips For Leaving A Dog At Home For The First Time

Leaving your dog home alone without working up to the event can be disastrous. Here are a few things to do to get them prepared first.

Why You Should Focus on Self-Improvement During the Pandemic

When the world is quiet and still, as it is during this pandemic, it just makes sense to work on self-improvement to keep your mind and body active and create the best version of you possible.

Coronavirus is More Deadly for Seniors: Why is That

Understanding why the elderly are susceptible to a coronavirus infection can help you to take measures to keep them out of harm’s way.

Stay Safe Exercising at Home: How to Prevent Injury

Your home may not be designed specifically for exercise, causing potential hazards. Here’s how to prevent exercise injuries at home.

5 Things You Can Do to Look More Alert

Self-isolation stress can cause brain fog, make you feel sluggish, and make it difficult to concentrate. Here are 5 tips to help you look and feel alert.