The holidays are the perfect time to squeeze in as much together time as possible with those distant relatives and even your own children, as schools are closed and sports and activities generally take a break during this time. But, don’t let the days pass and fill them with TV and Video games. Instead, encourage
8 Travel Tips from Parents Who Have Been There, Done That…
Whether loading the kiddos in the minivan or an airplane, travel with the family takes special planning (and a whole lot of patience). Use these Lifesaver's Travel Tips as a guide for happily getting from Point A to Point B this holiday season. 1. I pack my boys’ clothes in gallon Ziplocks. Pack a whole
Local New Year’s Eve Events For The Family!
Looking for a place to celebrate New Year's this year with your family? There are a bunch of places around Gainesville hosting parties to ring in the new decade! Take your family to these local spots this year: New Year's Eve 90's Party Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019, 9 p.m. – Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020,
Featured Teacher: Amy Tanner
Amy Tanner is our December/January Featured Teacher! Read below about what makes her an amazing featured teacher in Alachua County. AT WHAT SCHOOL DO YOU CURRENTLY WORK? Glen Springs Elementary WHAT GRADE/AGE DO YOU TEACH? I teach in the Project Friends Program, which is Multi-Age (K-2), but teach all our 2nd Graders this year! HOW
How to Conquer the Dreaded First Nail Trim
One of the first daunting tasks for a new parent is to give baby their first nail trim. Those small fingers and toes can be quite scary to cut for the first time. The fear is that you could potentially harm your little one by cutting too close. But like most things you experience on
7 Golden Beauty Products You’ll Love!
Now that Florida is starting to reopen again since the onset of COVID-19, it's time to get your skin ready to see other people again. If you want to look fresh, glowy and golden as you emerge from quarantine, then try these seven golden beauty products! CRUNCHI LIGHT REFLECTING PRESSED HIGHLIGHTER Gold pigment and light
7 Best Moisturizers For Your Skin
There is nothing more important in your makeup kit than your daily face moisturizer. It can protect, tighten, soothe and replenish from even the harshest of elements. From protecting it against the weather or fighting the hands of time, here are some of the best moisturizers for your skin! Bliss Ex-Glow-Sion Super Rich Moisturizer;
Protect Your Child from the Sun’s Harmful Rays
Nestled in the middle of the sunshine state, Gainesville provides plenty of opportunities for people to enjoy the outdoors. But, parents have to be careful about sun exposure and make sure they are protecting their children, especially infants. Nothing dampens a great day spent outside more than being stuck with a terrible, painful sunburn. And,
JUULs and Teens: The Vaping Epidemic
Being the daughter of a pulmonologist, I was taught to never smoke around the same time I was learning my ABCs. My mom found a photo I drew when I was about 5 years old that depicted a scribbly version of the “no smoking” sign. I had to have been the youngest spokesperson for “Tobacco
How to Make Bath Time Fun for Kids
By the end of the day, us parents are counting down the minutes to get into a hot and relaxing shower or bath after a day of chasing around kids and a long day at work. Some kiddos are not so easy to please. The reality is that baths and showers can be a nightly