Articles by Hannah Whittenly

There are many safe and natural ways to clean dish stains and marks from your dishes. Not only is left-over residue unhealthy, it’s unappetizing to serve to your family or guests. Follow these easy suggestions [read more]

There are many things we can do ourselves to prolong the life and quality of our homes while avoiding costly repairs. These five tips include preventative measures that you can do yourself that will reduce [read more]

Getting behind the wheel of a car is a major milestone for teens and one that comes with enormous responsibility. You may have heard of Ethan Couch and his absolutely shocking lack of responsibility. Don’t [read more]

Spring cleaning doesn’t necessarily need to be done during spring. You can set aside any Saturday and give your home a good spring cleaning. [read more]

Whether you live in a gated community in the suburbs or in the middle of a bustling city, everyone should have a safe installed in their home. Burglars have become more sophisticated in how they [read more]

Last Sunday I was making a big dinner for my family that included crock pot roasted chicken, steamed broccoli, and mashed potatoes. I usually peel the potatoes in a bowl and toss out the peelings [read more]

Every parent who has had snack duty at their child’s sporting event knows the challenge of finding kid-friendly, healthy snacks for half-time. The snacks need to appeal to kids and give them the fuel they [read more]

The best way to teach your teen to be a defensive driver is to drive defensively yourself. We’ve got 6 tips for you and your teen on how to do so. [read more]

Your son or daughter is getting close to being 16-years old and the only thing they can think about is the freedom that comes with getting their license. However, before you allow your teen to [read more]

Lacrosse teaches children important skills like teamwork, as well as provides a fun way for kids to get outside and be active. As a mom, seeing your child succeed in a sport like lacrosse is [read more]

At the end of a long day or a trying work week, the thought of planning meaningful family time can be daunting. It is tempting to sit back and flip through the channels or let another [read more]

Families both young and old who are searching for a place to live in the western United States may be looking for a family-friendly area that provides them with good school systems, low crime rates [read more]

Rituals bring order to family life and make children more secure. Routine creates a comfortable and calming atmosphere, whereas a chaotic lifestyle can be damaging emotionally and physically. Start and end your day with basic [read more]

There always seems to be some part of moving that becomes stressful or frustrating. Problems can occur when packing or even unpacking in a new home. Avoiding these problems involves good planning and organization. Six [read more]

When balancing work, home, a family and other outside responsibilities, it is important to prioritize and streamline everything you do in a day so that you can fit it all in. Turning your house into [read more]

Every child has the right to have an exciting and uplifting childhood. However, every kid has a different life. The experiences one child has may be differ from another child, but each should have these [read more]

Shopping for groceries is supposed to help people fill their empty cabinets. Unfortunately, grocery shopping tends to create an entirely different problem- an empty wallet. However, feeding a family does not have to put a [read more]

Being a parent is hard work. Luckily for you, there are a lot of people out there who look to make being a parent just a bit easier. Whether it’s amazing technology or products that [read more]

Those of you who know me, know that I have some pretty severe dental issues going on. No matter how vigilant I was with my dental hygiene, heredity reared its ugly head and I am [read more]

Most parents are no stranger to a child with very discerning taste. This refined palette is typically limited to pizza and chicken nuggets, however. Picky eaters can leave parents feeling frustrated when it comes to [read more]

Handling and controlling household and personal finances are crucial elements of life. Effectively managing finances is a task that requires practice and the accumulation of knowledge along the way. Individuals, as well as entire governments, [read more]

Family time is important, and strengthening the bonds between family members is crucial. Now is the time to turn things around and make a difference. Parents can learn to address real needs in their relationships [read more]