5/04/2017

So, the kids keep asking if they can have a puppy and you’re starting to cave. But, in the back of your mind is the nagging feeling that you don’t need an extra responsibility. If you’ve never owned a dog before, the world of raising a puppy can seem daunting. They do require time and effort, especially during their puppy phase. So, is your family ready to take on the responsibility of having a dog? Here’s a list of what dogs need.


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5/03/2017

,Congratulations, you’re expecting a baby! Welcome to one of the most exciting yet daunting periods of your life so far. While the task of mentally preparing yourself to become a parent is one that will no doubt take some time, the challenge of preparing your home is another matter entirely. Have you considered where the baby will sleep, or what you’ll do with your priceless collection of vases once he or she gets here? Joking aside, it’s vital that you spend as much time physically preparing as you do counting down the days until your baby’s due date. Can you honestly say that you’ve considered all the eventualities already? Those first weeks and months of pregnancy are a great time to get odd jobs done, and to prepare your abode for your baby’s arrival; if you’re lucky enough to overcome morning sickness and fatigue in your second trimester, things are about to get very productive indeed.


Do those odd jobs now
Are there any basic DIY projects that have you been trying, but failing to get done for the last few months – or even years? Whether you’d like to decorate the living room, create an en-suite, clear out the drains or renovate your garden, now is the time to get those niggling, odd jobs completed and out of your hair before the baby arrives. You certainly won’t have much time for wielding a paintbrush or stepladder in those early weeks of parenthood, that’s for sure. Take a good look at your home and create a plan; what can you afford to get done in the time you have left? What can wait? Now, put your plan into action and create the family home you’ve always wanted.

Anxiety isn’t the trivial problem that a lot of people think it is. Nor is it a rare issue; it affects millions of people in the United States. Anxiety can really disrupt someone’s life, making it difficult to do their job or face other people. It also goes hand in hand with depression - and I’m sure you’ve heard about the dangers of that.

If you’re having problems with anxiety, then here are some of the ways in which you can help tackle the issue. An alarming number of people simply put up with anxiety and don’t take any action; don’t let this be you!