Tweens and Shaving

Tweens and Shaving: Tips for A Smooth Experience

By Amanda Roland | September 16, 2024 | Conception 2 College , Tweens
The tween years are full of ups, downs and major body changes. New body odors, hormonal imbalances, mood swings, growth spurts and, last but not least, body hair, can all be expected. Talking to your child about when and how to start shaving will vary for every child, but it’s important to learn some tips

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Kid’s Night Out

Calling all parents for Kid's Night Out at Sun Country Sports Center! Take a well-deserved night off and leave the kids in our capable hands. We've got an expansive multipurpose facility where children aged 3 and up can have a blast while staying safe. Whether you're a Sun Country member or not, everyone is welcome

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Common Household Items

It’s Time To Break Up With Some Common Household Items

By Kelly Goede | August 26, 2024 | Happy Home
Germs are inevitable, and try as we might, we cannot avoid them. We know that exposure to different germs can either strengthen our immune systems or make us sick. So, we do our best to invite in the good ones and fight off the bad ones. Unfortunately, many of us have common household items in

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Labor Day Weekend

Fun Labor Day Weekend Plans for the Whole Family!

By Amanda Roland | August 26, 2024 | Blog
Believe it or not, Labor Day is this Monday! The year is flying by, kiddos are already back in school and I'd say that a day off is much needed – for everyone. Enjoy your Labor Day Weekend in a safe way with these fun plans for the whole family! Carson Springs Drive-Thru Safari The

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Common Pregnancy Myths

Myth Busters: Debunking Common Pregnancy Myths

By Elayza Gonzalez | August 19, 2024 | Expecting
All moms-to-be are bound to be exposed to common pregnancy myths that are just that — myths! While some tips and facts ring true, others are old wives’ tales that can lead to worry and cause panic for no valid reason at all. It is important that pregnant women do everything they can to ensure

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Instructions for Your Babysitter

Top 10 Must-Have Instructions for Your Babysitter

By Olivia Pitkenthly | July 31, 2024 | Blog
Every parent knows a good babysitter is hard to find. We’ve compiled a list of must-have instructions for your babysitter to ensure a good experience for everyone. Top 10 Babysitter Instructions 1. Give the babysitter your cell phone numbers and tell her if she should call or text. Also provide an emergency contact name and

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Movement Milestones

How Mobile Devices Affect Movement Milestones

By Nicole Irving, Publisher and Editor-In-Chief | July 24, 2024 | Conception 2 College , Early Years
Your child’s movement milestones are building blocks to his success — one can’t work without the other. These milestones that your 4 or 5-year-old should hit are extremely important for their development, both physically and mentally. The Affect of Mobile Devices From October to November 2015, The American Academy of Pediatrics conducted a study on

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supervised bathing

When Can Supervised Bathing Go Down the Drain?

By Danielle Spano | July 24, 2024 | Conception 2 College
Bathing is a self-care skill that all children need to learn. It is not as simple as telling them to wash behind their ears and calling it a day, as water safety is a big issue. How do we teach our kids to bathe themselves? And once they have learned to wash themselves properly, at

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body odor

Learn How to Navigate Body Odor and Your Tween!

By Tracy Wright | July 17, 2024 | Conception 2 College , Tweens
As our children transition into “tween-hood,” we notice a variety of changes due to the influx of hormones. These can include mood changes, body development, hair growth and, of course, body odor. Girls typically begin puberty between the ages of 8 and 13, and boys start between 9 and 14 years old. Puberty causes an

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Vitamin C Products

7 Vitamin C Products for Happy and Glowing Skin

By Amanda Roland | July 15, 2024 | Health
According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, “normal skin contains high concentrations of vitamin C, which supports important and well-known functions, stimulating collagen synthesis and assisting in antioxidant protection against UV-induced photo damage.” As you age and through exposure to external forces like smoking and the sun, your levels of vitamin C in your

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