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How Healthy Are Your Kids?

01/22/2020 R.C. Liley Leave a comment

The world has never been more unhealthy than it is at the minute. Why do you think so many supermarkets and brands are promoting healthy living as much as they can? The world evolved from one that used to put cocaine into sugary drinks, to one that promoted sugary drinks and fatty foods to parents and families, to one that’s desperately trying to reduce it all. Although the world will never go back to putting drugs into a popular fizzy drink, there is the risk that kids aren’t being raised right. They’re being raised on a diet of junk and technology, which is why there are now more obese children than there have ever been in the world before. Kids health is just so important, and your children’s health should be at the top of your list of things to focus on. There are so many things that can go wrong with the human body if it isn’t properly nutritioned and exercised, and there are emerging health issues that are now far more common. So, how healthy are your kids? Let’s explore it a little bit more.

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Junk Food & Technology Diet?

This applies to children who are a little bit older. The junk food and technology diet is one that most teenage boys are living on at the minute. As soon as they get over the age of ten, their likes and dislikes change. All of the sudden they don’t want to play with toys and do what you say, they want to be their own man who is locked away in their room all day. But it seems that children are now getting younger and wanting this. So, to keep them away from junk food diet, you simply need to cook amazing healthy food. Show your children that healthy food is not vegetables and salad leaves, it can be burgers and pizza when cooked right! Make sure you’re planning days out every weekend that gets the whole family outdoors, and try and get your kids involved in a local sporting team. The more you guide them towards a healthier lifestyle, the more it’ll be the norm for them as they get older.

Small Health Issues

Everyone has a little something wrong with them, but when it comes to your kids it can get so worrying. However, there are now so many treatments and cures for small health issues that mean the future generation is going to live longer than ever before. But those small health issues need to be addressed, and one common issue children get is with their hearing. Grommets ear, ear infections, and backed up ear wax can all lead to long term hearing problems. Learn more about what would be required if your children did need the support of a hearing aid. Make sure you’re always looking out for signs that children don’t show obviously. Loss of balance and asking you to repeat yourself all of the time are two obvious signs!

Food Aversions & Allergies

This is so common among children, and it’s one of the reasons why so many have a poor diet. It can easily be solved however, simply by working at it week by week and introduce foods that they like!

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Gadgets Your Kids Will Love

01/24/2019 R.C. Liley Leave a comment

We live in an age where technology is taking over the world – in a good way! It’s understandable that with all of the new tech and gadgets coming out, that your children want in on a piece of the action! Not only is technology super fun and exciting, but it can also be very helpful towards educational uses too. With that in mind, you may be wondering what kind of gadgets to buy for your children for both fun and learning. So, take a look at these gadgets that we’re sure your kids will love!

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Smartwatch

At some point or another your children will need to learn how to tell the time. This can be difficult for some children to grasp the concept of because of the difference between analogue and digital times. Let’s face it, in this day and age your child is more likely to encounter a digital clock both at home and at school so why not get them a smartwatch to help them along the way? Not only will they be able to tell the time, but they will be able to take pictures, record voice and video, listen to music, and also play games at the same time. So, even though the watch is meant for the simple role of telling the time, you’ll now find that your child will be able to learn this skill much faster – while having fun at the same time!

Hoverboard

One of the biggest crazes technology wise over the last few years is, of course, the hoverboard. Kids and teens alike are going mad at the idea of being able to travel around, hands-free, and without any effort on a super stylish hoverboard. We understand that the instability that some viral videos may have shown could be off putting to you as a parent, but they’re now built with self balancing technology that reduces the chance of your child falling and hurting themselves. Trust us, you’ll kids will thank you for it!

Nightlight

The boogeyman and anything else that your child might feel frightened of is enough to drive any parent to the verge of worry but luckily, there are now smart night lights that can help soothe your child and also provide an aspect of fun too! The Honey Bunny plays mp3s, glows to help calm even those that struggle with sensory issues, and also has rhymes and stories included to soothe your little one when they’re feeling a little frightened. Not only that, but it makes for a perfect gadget for your child!

Anything leapfrog

Leapfrog are well known for their electronic gadgets for children, and for good reason too! All of their products provide a huge aspect of learning that your children won’t even notice! Using tablets, gaming consoles, and even the LeapFrog TV will help accelerate your child’s learning processes all while they’re having fun doing so.

Pretend play

Kids love anything to do with outer space and aliens, so why not use that to your advantage? There are a plethora of UFO resembling gadgets that you can get your hands on for kids. Many drones in this day and age even have the added bonus of being able to attach a camera to it so that they can turn their mini UFO into a spy gadget too!

Boy, girl, young, or teen, pretty much every child loves the idea of being able to fly something at their control in the air. Of course, the UFO route is one way to go, but there are other gifts that will wow your children such as:

Flying helicopters
Planes
Turning their favourite animal into a flying gadget

Console gaming is always a big hit when it comes to children, and now you’re able to get your hands on virtual reality headsets for children so that they can join in on the fun too! However, if you’re not keen on the idea of a VR headset for your child, there are now plenty of games that you can buy for the consoles you already have that are totally child friendly. We understand the stigma that comes around gaming for children, but did you know that many of the games that are created for children are in fact, educational? Take a look at these computer games designed for children and see what you think!

Decoration

Did you know that you can now turn simple things in their bedroom into a gadget that they will absolutely fall in love with? We touched on nightlights earlier and how the lights on them can help calm sensory issues in children, so take a look at these other super cool gadgets that can do that and so much more:

Moonlight cushions are currently a huge hit with children and teens alike because they’re able to control it with a simple remote and it can completely change the feel and mood that they are in. Definitely worth considering for the prepubescent teen!
Glow pads are a massive success at the moment. They’re essentially a picture frame that’s surrounded with lights that they can control by remote. Not only that, but you’re provided with chalk pens to write their own personal messages and drawings on, and when the light interacts with the chalk pen, it gives the illusion of a glow on the pad.
Whether your child is worried about the boogeyman, or they’re tied up in school work and struggle to sleep or relax, there’s nothing worse than seeing it as a parent and not being able to do anything about it. Well now you can! With Star projectors, you’re able to help your child or teen relax by letting them watch the gentle, yet pretty lights twinkle around their room. Many projectors like these come with the chance to play soothing music too!

As you can see, there are plenty of gadgets that you could buy for your children that will earn you massive brownie points! And this is only scratching the surface too. Which ones are you getting for your children?

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Easy Ways For Dads to Bond With Kids

12/13/2018 R.C. Liley Leave a comment

As a dad, you may find it a bit of a challenge to bond with your children. Whether you’re a stay-at-home dad or a working man, it’s important to carve out time to connect with your child on a personal level. You can bond with your kids through simple ways, so read on to find out how:

Cook with them

When cooking healthy food is something you enjoy doing for your family, you’re already on the right track. To instill the importance of eating healthy in your children, have them sit in the kitchen with you and watch while you cook. You can even let your child tag along while you go grocery shopping and show them how you pick out your ingredients. Make black bean burgers that everyone can enjoy. Have them help to measure out the amount of each ingredient you need so that they can have a hands on experience.

Help with homework

When your kids get home from school, it’s very easy to get lost in the chaos of getting dinner ready while they do homework. Instead, make this a time where you can be together. Sit down at the kitchen table and ask your child what they’ve learned about in school that day and offer to help. Even if they don’t necessarily need help with completing their homework, they can explain what they’re doing and you can provide tips.

Watch a movie

After a long day (or a long week), you and your family might just need a break. You can have a relaxing night at home together, enjoying each other’s company. Choose from a selection of family Christian movies and sit back and watch before heading to bed on a given night. You can make this a weekly occurrence or just something you enjoy together on a family night. Even if you don’t talk throughout the movie, you’re still finding little ways to bond with your kids by just spending time together.

Let them help with chores

Instead of going off to complete your chores alone, invite your kids along. Let them assist while you wash the car by layering on the suds or washing it off with water. If you’re fixing something around the house, show them what you’re doing and let them be your little helper. While you may just consider your work around the house a chore, they will likely enjoy spending the time with you and find interest in learning something new.

Read to them before bed

A great way to connect with your children is to start and end your days by making time for them. When they get into bed, take a few minutes to lay with them and read a story. You can read free bedtime stories that they’ll enjoy, but most of all they’ll cherish those few minutes before bed when they get to hear your voice and be close to you.