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Whether you’re a mother or a father, a high-flying career type or just prefer to work enough to get by, getting the balance between your job and your family can be a constant struggle. And whilst we don’t pretend to have all the answers, there are a few things we can do to make life a little bit easier. So with that in mind, let’s take a look at our five top tips for making your work-family balance a little steadier. Ignore the nonsense People have been debating for decades whether parents can have it all, with ‘all’. But the…

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There’s a lot of hype in the run-up to a wedding day, it takes years and years of planning! But what’s next when the vows are said and the day is done? Married life — and it can be costly! Together with Angelic Diamonds, retailers of diamond engagement rings, we take a look at the costs that you’ll face after the wedding day, from starting a family to moving to a bigger home. Starting a family For many couples, having children is the next big step after marriage. In the US, the average time a couple waits between getting married…

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If you have one or more children, there’s a good chance you’ve taken them to a theme park or two over the years. While it may seem to some parents like quite a challenge to descend on a theme park, millions do it on a regular basis. With that in mind, how can you make a child’s day at a theme park if you have not done so to date? Be Prepared to Save Money and Have Fun Too If going to a theme park sounds like too much work and not much play, you would be wrong. Millions of…

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I have loved Disney movies for as long as I can remember and even when I entered my adulthood, I still enjoyed them just as much as I did when I was a kid. For that reason, it had always been my dream to head down to Florida and go to the Magic Kingdom theme park in Kissimmee. For one reason or another, it just never happened, that was until last year when I was hooked up with friend Charles Bishop Pompano Beach Florida native who took me in to the park and showed me just how amazing it really…

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May is National Water Safety Month! Swimming pools may seem like innocent fun, but they can be dangerous for little ones. Parents are often shocked to learn that drowning is the number one cause of accidental death for children under age five. Thankfully drowning is preventable with a water safety plan that includes layers of protection such as adult supervision and pool fencing. As the industry leader in glass pool fencing, Aquaview merges safety with style. Check out their infographic below to learn the facts on child drowning and simple tips to keep your family safe this summer in their…

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Choosing whether to start a family in the city or suburbs is a major decision that most newlyweds or parents will face in life. You’ll be tempted to move closer to work to cut your commuting time, or to the peace of the suburbs when raising kids. In this article, we’ll help you choose the best option for you. Here are the advantages and disadvantages of living in the city or suburbs. Living in the city The main advantage of living in the city is that you’ll be close to everything. This includes supermarkets, your favourite malls, good schools, supermarkets,…

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As a parent, your number one priority is providing for your child. When you struggle to make ends meet, it comes as a heart-wrenching realization that you can’t — sometimes through no fault of your own. According to a 2013 report published by the United States Census Bureau, roughly 62% of expected child support was paid by the Non-Custodial Parent (NCP). If you’re a part of the approximate 38% of individuals who aren’t receiving the support they need, you’ll have already contacted your local government’s child support agency. But with little luck assisting your case, it’s time to search out…

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Trampolines are a great way to get outside, have some fun and get active either by yourself or with the family. A trampoline can be a great gathering point for fun and excitement for kids of all ages and adults alike, as long as safety is ensured. Trampolines have a bad reputation — and it’s true that thousands of hospital visits each year occur because of injuries incurred while using one. What most people do not know, is that most trampoline-related injuries are actually to be blamed on the design of the trampoline itself, and not necessarily the user’s activity.…

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Photo by CC user Skitterphoto on Pixabay Most parents consider the benefits of leaving an inheritance for their children. It ensures they have a financial cushion and a safety net to fall back on, and may even allow them to make investments of their own, such as buying property. But as any parent who is trying to save money for their children’s future has come to realise, the financial conditions of today are more challenging than ever before. Here are four ways you can help your children become financially stable, instead of passing on financial burdens. Teach Them Financial Discipline In…

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