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By Robin J. Derry
Every year Social Security's Office of the Chief Actuary publishes a list of the most popular names. It's become somewhat of a Mother's Day tradition. This list compilation started in 1997.
The list is derived from 4.2 million Social Security card applications in 2006. You can go to the Social Security site and view the 1000 most popular names plus the most popular baby names by state.
Top Boys Names for 2006
1. Jacob - Hebrew - Meaning: Supplanted
2. Michael - Hebrew - Meaning: Who is like God
3. Joshua - Hebrew - Meaning: God rescues
4. Ethan - Hebrew - Meaning: Strong, firm, impetuous
5. Matthew - Hebrew - Meaning: Gift of God
6. Daniel - Hebrew - Meaning: God is my judge
7. Christopher - Greek - Meaning: Bearer of Christ
8. Andrew - Greek - Meaning; Man, warrior
9. Anthony - Latin
10. William - Germanic - Meaning: Will, desire, protection
Top Girls Names for 2006
1. Emily - Latin - Meaning: Rival,emulating
2. Emma - German - Meaning; All-containing, universal
3. Madison - English - Meaning: Child of Maud
4. Isabella - Hebrew - Meaning: God is my vow
5. Ava - Germanic - also Hebrew - Meaning "life"
6. Abigail - Hebrew - Meaning: Father in rejoicing
7. Olivia - English - Meaning: Elf army
8. Hannah - Hebrew - Meaning: Grace, favor
9. Sophia - Greek - Meaning: Wisdom
10. Samantha - Aramaic - Meaning: Listener
Baby Naming Trends for 2007
63% of 5,000 voters preferred a unique name. 19% named baby after a family member. Names from the Bible were third with 10%. So the move is away from traditional and popular to "unique".
Baby Naming Tips
Always consider the baby's last name. Say the two names together - how does it sound.If the baby's last name is long ... how many syllables? A short first name will likely sound balanced.If the baby's last name is short ... a long first name will sound goodA name that will last the baby's entire life ... one day that name will be on a resume.Common names ... your child may go through school being know as John P or Mary HMiddle Names ... often honors a family member. But check on the initials - Gregory Oliver Dalton becomes G.O.D.Name meaning ... check into it. It may be important to your child.
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Thursday, May 24, 2007
Monday, May 21, 2007
3 Foolproof Ways to Keep the Kids Entertained This Summer
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By Kristen King
School’s out in just a few more weeks. Are you ready for three solid months home with the kids? Here are some ideas to keep them entertained – and you sane – all summer long.
Enroll your kiddos in a community summer recreation program. Most towns have at least one, and they run anywhere from a week to a month. Drop the kids of at 9, and get four hours to yourself for housework, errands, or lunch with the girls while your offspring play outside, create crafts projects, and go on educational field trips. The cost is just a couple hundred dollars, but the value is priceless.Take advantage of your local library. Whether you’ve got toddlers or teens, your area public library offers a variety of programs and events to help them socialize and enrich their minds in the air-conditioned hallowed halls of “that place with all the books.” Reading challenges will guarantee you some peace and quite while they try to get through more books than their sibling/cousin/best friend and win the prize. And don’t forget to check out adult programs at the library, too!Surprise the family with inexpensive day trips. If you’re anything like me, you live near a ton of historical or otherwise interesting attractions that you’ve never visited. Check out the county museum or the hole-in-the wall art gallery down on Main Street. Hop in the car and head to the nearest city or cultural center for a matinee theatre performance.There are probably dozens of events and attractions in your area that you never think about because, hey, you live there, but they’re worth checking out with the kids – and they can make for a fun and inexpensive date, too!
Kristen King is a freelance writer-editor and consultant from Northern Virginia, and the host of b5media's http://www.LivelyWomen.com, a daily blog dedicated to helping women live whole, healthy lives. Visit Kristen online at Lively Women or at her professional website, http://www.kristenkingfreelancing.com.
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By Kristen King
School’s out in just a few more weeks. Are you ready for three solid months home with the kids? Here are some ideas to keep them entertained – and you sane – all summer long.
Enroll your kiddos in a community summer recreation program. Most towns have at least one, and they run anywhere from a week to a month. Drop the kids of at 9, and get four hours to yourself for housework, errands, or lunch with the girls while your offspring play outside, create crafts projects, and go on educational field trips. The cost is just a couple hundred dollars, but the value is priceless.Take advantage of your local library. Whether you’ve got toddlers or teens, your area public library offers a variety of programs and events to help them socialize and enrich their minds in the air-conditioned hallowed halls of “that place with all the books.” Reading challenges will guarantee you some peace and quite while they try to get through more books than their sibling/cousin/best friend and win the prize. And don’t forget to check out adult programs at the library, too!Surprise the family with inexpensive day trips. If you’re anything like me, you live near a ton of historical or otherwise interesting attractions that you’ve never visited. Check out the county museum or the hole-in-the wall art gallery down on Main Street. Hop in the car and head to the nearest city or cultural center for a matinee theatre performance.There are probably dozens of events and attractions in your area that you never think about because, hey, you live there, but they’re worth checking out with the kids – and they can make for a fun and inexpensive date, too!
Kristen King is a freelance writer-editor and consultant from Northern Virginia, and the host of b5media's http://www.LivelyWomen.com, a daily blog dedicated to helping women live whole, healthy lives. Visit Kristen online at Lively Women or at her professional website, http://www.kristenkingfreelancing.com.
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Saturday, May 19, 2007
Aggressive Behavior
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By Theresea Hughes
Far to many of our little darlings can be over energetic and without warning become frustrated then angry, in their state of rage the lovable teddy is not safe, toys are thrown just as tossing a ball, not to mention even throwing themselves to the ground.
Why? Because they are unable to compromise or reason, and by throwing teddy or other objects is much the same as throwing the tennis ball.
We as parents need to change this behavior as soon as possible by firstly talking to the child, explaining his aggressive behavior is a concern, and then explain to your child the acceptable behavior expected in the future.
Parents need to work together with the same rules and be consistent to enforce the guidelines, to ensure your child is on the way to appropriate behavior.
Note: If your child’s aggressive behavior continues and seems to be controlling his daily play and is disruptive to friends, family members and yourself, seek a professional opinion and advice
Prevention Is The Cure!!!
Keeping a close eye on playtime with friends. Put a stop to any aggressive behavior that may be present in the playtime, so as the child is not learning to display the same behavior in the future.
Don’t Be The Aggressive Roll Model…!
The age-old expression of monkey see monkey do, comes into play here.
If our children see us hitting or throwing things around while we are angry, they then get the idea that this behavior is acceptable because mum and dad do it, so for our children to change, we the parents must also change and be the responsible roll model.
Explain Why Aggression Is Not Acceptable…
To help your child realize how hurtful aggressive behavior can be for both sides, the aggressor and the victim, and how that type of behavior hitting, kicking, biting or bulling can make the other child feel.
Other Ways To Solve The Problem…
When aggressive behavior begins, talk to your child let him know there is other ways to deal with this unacceptable behavior, such as asking for help, letting someone know the problem instead of getting angry.
Positive Rewards…
Praise your child when getting along with others, like playing fairly, taking turns or sharing, always be definite about what you’re praising.
The more you praise your child with positive attention the more positive behavior will be repeated.
Keep It In The Past…
If you keep telling your child about their earlier incident doesn’t teach them acceptable behavior, because it then reminds the child how to be aggressive again.
Time Out…
If the aggressive behavior continues, further steps are needed and Time Out may be necessary, to reinforce your message with their behavior not being accepted.
What Not To Do…
There are two things to remember that you don’t do: Firstly, don’t use aggression to stop aggression.
Hitting your child or any other physical contact with your child will only teach your him to do the same to others in the same way.
Secondly: don’t let off steam when your child does, getting angry with your child when he hits only proves he can use aggression to have power over you.
About the Author: Article contributed by Theresea Hughes, creator of http://free-toddlers-activity-and-discipline-guide.com a site dedicated to providing parenting resource articles for toddlers activity & child discipline with positive parenting tips, free kids games, recipes, arts & crafts.
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By Theresea Hughes
Far to many of our little darlings can be over energetic and without warning become frustrated then angry, in their state of rage the lovable teddy is not safe, toys are thrown just as tossing a ball, not to mention even throwing themselves to the ground.
Why? Because they are unable to compromise or reason, and by throwing teddy or other objects is much the same as throwing the tennis ball.
We as parents need to change this behavior as soon as possible by firstly talking to the child, explaining his aggressive behavior is a concern, and then explain to your child the acceptable behavior expected in the future.
Parents need to work together with the same rules and be consistent to enforce the guidelines, to ensure your child is on the way to appropriate behavior.
Note: If your child’s aggressive behavior continues and seems to be controlling his daily play and is disruptive to friends, family members and yourself, seek a professional opinion and advice
Prevention Is The Cure!!!
Keeping a close eye on playtime with friends. Put a stop to any aggressive behavior that may be present in the playtime, so as the child is not learning to display the same behavior in the future.
Don’t Be The Aggressive Roll Model…!
The age-old expression of monkey see monkey do, comes into play here.
If our children see us hitting or throwing things around while we are angry, they then get the idea that this behavior is acceptable because mum and dad do it, so for our children to change, we the parents must also change and be the responsible roll model.
Explain Why Aggression Is Not Acceptable…
To help your child realize how hurtful aggressive behavior can be for both sides, the aggressor and the victim, and how that type of behavior hitting, kicking, biting or bulling can make the other child feel.
Other Ways To Solve The Problem…
When aggressive behavior begins, talk to your child let him know there is other ways to deal with this unacceptable behavior, such as asking for help, letting someone know the problem instead of getting angry.
Positive Rewards…
Praise your child when getting along with others, like playing fairly, taking turns or sharing, always be definite about what you’re praising.
The more you praise your child with positive attention the more positive behavior will be repeated.
Keep It In The Past…
If you keep telling your child about their earlier incident doesn’t teach them acceptable behavior, because it then reminds the child how to be aggressive again.
Time Out…
If the aggressive behavior continues, further steps are needed and Time Out may be necessary, to reinforce your message with their behavior not being accepted.
What Not To Do…
There are two things to remember that you don’t do: Firstly, don’t use aggression to stop aggression.
Hitting your child or any other physical contact with your child will only teach your him to do the same to others in the same way.
Secondly: don’t let off steam when your child does, getting angry with your child when he hits only proves he can use aggression to have power over you.
About the Author: Article contributed by Theresea Hughes, creator of http://free-toddlers-activity-and-discipline-guide.com a site dedicated to providing parenting resource articles for toddlers activity & child discipline with positive parenting tips, free kids games, recipes, arts & crafts.
Source: www.isnare.com
Friday, May 11, 2007
Employment After a Baby - Solving the Daycare Issue
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By Richard C Myers
There are many reasons why you, a parent, want or need to get back to work, whatever your reason, on of the biggest worries will be how to solve the day care issue. It is not really fair to expect other family members such as grandparents or parents to look after your child so you will need professional day care -- unless your employer is forward-thinking enough to provide a creche for its staff's children. There are several options open to you; day care facility, a child minder, au-pair or a nanny. But which is best for you?
Unfortunately, that is not an easy question to answer, it will depend on a variety of factors, not least how much you can afford and what services are available in your area.
Day care facilities offer certain advantages over nannies in that your child will get to interact with more children of similar age, as well as adults, developing their social skills. They will also interact with different adults during the day. With a nanny, the child will be interacting with predominantly one adult and will meet and play with fewer other children.
Whichever you choose, avoid being hasty, don't just go with the first one you find. Check them out - a good day care facility will be able to provide evidence of staff training and will not be shy to show you round. Try to visit when other parents will be there and make the opportunity to talk to them. Get their feelings about the place. A Nanny or au-pair will be able to provide you with references, but these alone are probably not enough to allow you to make the decision. Interview the candidates and probe to find out how you feel they would cope with emergency situations. Also try to get to talk with their previous employers and find out how they were and why they left. Using an agency can be helpful here as they should already have done the necessary vetting of the staff on their books.
So, in short, when going back to work, don't rush into the organisation of your child's day care, check it out carefully and only make the decision when you are satisfied with the service and credentials offered.
Disclaimer: This is for informational purposes only, we can not accept any liability for any decision you make.
Visit http://www.superbabysitting.com for free babysitting tips, advice and how to claim a first aid book and babysitters handbook.
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By Richard C Myers
There are many reasons why you, a parent, want or need to get back to work, whatever your reason, on of the biggest worries will be how to solve the day care issue. It is not really fair to expect other family members such as grandparents or parents to look after your child so you will need professional day care -- unless your employer is forward-thinking enough to provide a creche for its staff's children. There are several options open to you; day care facility, a child minder, au-pair or a nanny. But which is best for you?
Unfortunately, that is not an easy question to answer, it will depend on a variety of factors, not least how much you can afford and what services are available in your area.
Day care facilities offer certain advantages over nannies in that your child will get to interact with more children of similar age, as well as adults, developing their social skills. They will also interact with different adults during the day. With a nanny, the child will be interacting with predominantly one adult and will meet and play with fewer other children.
Whichever you choose, avoid being hasty, don't just go with the first one you find. Check them out - a good day care facility will be able to provide evidence of staff training and will not be shy to show you round. Try to visit when other parents will be there and make the opportunity to talk to them. Get their feelings about the place. A Nanny or au-pair will be able to provide you with references, but these alone are probably not enough to allow you to make the decision. Interview the candidates and probe to find out how you feel they would cope with emergency situations. Also try to get to talk with their previous employers and find out how they were and why they left. Using an agency can be helpful here as they should already have done the necessary vetting of the staff on their books.
So, in short, when going back to work, don't rush into the organisation of your child's day care, check it out carefully and only make the decision when you are satisfied with the service and credentials offered.
Disclaimer: This is for informational purposes only, we can not accept any liability for any decision you make.
Visit http://www.superbabysitting.com for free babysitting tips, advice and how to claim a first aid book and babysitters handbook.
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Thursday, May 3, 2007
Infant CPR Is The Greatest Skill Any Parent Can Poses
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By Livia Monroe
Infant CPR refers to administering resuscitation to any child under the age of 12 months and is much more effective that the CPR rescue technique in the case of adults. This effectiveness is due to the fact that child’s body is capable of responding to CPR aid immediately after the heart collapses. For this reason, it is absolutely vital the CPR aid is applied in the shortest possible time, even prior to calling the ambulance, because those seconds of resuscitation are very likely to save the infant’s life.
First and foremost, it is very important that you follow the standard steps when administering an infant CPR, because the process must be thorough and accurate. The first thing to be done in infant CPR is a verification of the child’s responsiveness, by patting the infant’s back and feet. This is a very clear test which will tell you whether to start or not the infant CPR procedure. This way, if no response comes from the child, such as crying, stirring or moving, it is vital that you check if the airway is functioning properly. In many cases of heart arrests in infant care, the tongue can obstruct the breathing channels.
The technique of clearing the airway in infant CPR is similar to the standard CPR aid, with the specification that the head must not be tilted too far back, because of the lack of muscular strength of infants’ necks. Furthermore, if no response comes as a result of the airway step in the infant CPR, it is obligatory that you pass to the next stage and increase the level of oxygen by mouth-to-mouth breathing. You do not need any specific CPR supplies at this level, because the main strategy is to cover the mouth and the nose of the infant and try to pass oxygen into his body.
Very importantly, the infant CPR is based on a stimuli-response basis, so you need to let the child breath out the air after your mouth-to-mouth intervention. However, if the infant CPR proceedings taken so far show no response, it is compulsory that the pulse is checked, in order to establish whether the infant’s heart is beating or not. Keep in mind that panic is the worst enemy of the CPR aid, because when applying what you learned in CPR trainings you need to be fully aware and attentive to the physical responses given by the infant.
The step in the infant CPR procedure that implies chest compression is the key factor in infant care, because it is at this stage that the body of the child must respond to the pressure made to his chest. The compressions must be made at exact intervals of time, so that the heart of the infant can enter a certain rhythm. At this point, the infant CPR rescue attempt should have proved in some way effective, meaning that the blood circulation is re-established and the pulse comes back to normal.
However, it is imperative that a call is made to the emergency services and the ambulance, to put the child under infant medical care, and to make sure the infant CPR procedure has been fully carried out. Lastly, the infant CPR technique can be learned as an “ABC” of child care; where “A” is standing for airway, “B” for breathing and “C” for circulation. Once you have passed through all of these steps, the little victim will have regained his senses, ready to enjoy life.
Livia Monroe writes about critical health issues affecting women in their pregnancy, and the early growth phase of children.
Infant Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation Aid.
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By Livia Monroe
Infant CPR refers to administering resuscitation to any child under the age of 12 months and is much more effective that the CPR rescue technique in the case of adults. This effectiveness is due to the fact that child’s body is capable of responding to CPR aid immediately after the heart collapses. For this reason, it is absolutely vital the CPR aid is applied in the shortest possible time, even prior to calling the ambulance, because those seconds of resuscitation are very likely to save the infant’s life.
First and foremost, it is very important that you follow the standard steps when administering an infant CPR, because the process must be thorough and accurate. The first thing to be done in infant CPR is a verification of the child’s responsiveness, by patting the infant’s back and feet. This is a very clear test which will tell you whether to start or not the infant CPR procedure. This way, if no response comes from the child, such as crying, stirring or moving, it is vital that you check if the airway is functioning properly. In many cases of heart arrests in infant care, the tongue can obstruct the breathing channels.
The technique of clearing the airway in infant CPR is similar to the standard CPR aid, with the specification that the head must not be tilted too far back, because of the lack of muscular strength of infants’ necks. Furthermore, if no response comes as a result of the airway step in the infant CPR, it is obligatory that you pass to the next stage and increase the level of oxygen by mouth-to-mouth breathing. You do not need any specific CPR supplies at this level, because the main strategy is to cover the mouth and the nose of the infant and try to pass oxygen into his body.
Very importantly, the infant CPR is based on a stimuli-response basis, so you need to let the child breath out the air after your mouth-to-mouth intervention. However, if the infant CPR proceedings taken so far show no response, it is compulsory that the pulse is checked, in order to establish whether the infant’s heart is beating or not. Keep in mind that panic is the worst enemy of the CPR aid, because when applying what you learned in CPR trainings you need to be fully aware and attentive to the physical responses given by the infant.
The step in the infant CPR procedure that implies chest compression is the key factor in infant care, because it is at this stage that the body of the child must respond to the pressure made to his chest. The compressions must be made at exact intervals of time, so that the heart of the infant can enter a certain rhythm. At this point, the infant CPR rescue attempt should have proved in some way effective, meaning that the blood circulation is re-established and the pulse comes back to normal.
However, it is imperative that a call is made to the emergency services and the ambulance, to put the child under infant medical care, and to make sure the infant CPR procedure has been fully carried out. Lastly, the infant CPR technique can be learned as an “ABC” of child care; where “A” is standing for airway, “B” for breathing and “C” for circulation. Once you have passed through all of these steps, the little victim will have regained his senses, ready to enjoy life.
Livia Monroe writes about critical health issues affecting women in their pregnancy, and the early growth phase of children.
Infant Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation Aid.
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Bullying in School and Destroying the Creative Geniuses
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By L. Winslow
Many folks understand that unchecked bullying in school can really torment a young child if these events continue unchecked. Some bullying is part of growing up and it is as if they kids are merely establishing pecking order, theoretically nearly all species do this, so we should not be too taken aback. Yet, we need to understand why these things occur and eliminate chronic bullying in school.
Often when kids are bullied they avoid the rest of the groups in school and thus do not participate in all the activities. And perhaps during lunchtime they seek refuge in the library or wait until the very last minute to get to school or stay later and walk home a different direction. Maybe they run home a different way? All this to avoid bullying, which is getting more out of hand as violence in schools goes unchecked, as these choose students go out of their way to prevent being attacked.
Indeed, avoidance is a choice and those who choose to give up, have made that choice right? Of course as some students who have been bullied point out if they do not avoid the bullies they might get their nose broken and this has happened more than once. Is that the answer?
Should parents and teachers intervene or should they allow the kids to work out their differences? Perhaps a combination might be best and we also need to understand that a person is responsible for them selves and should not expect anyone to rescue them, they must rescue themselves.
These are all things we must consider because bullying in school is a fact of life and it will not go away until the kids choose to stop. Perhaps you should talk to your children about bullying and give them some pointers on defense.
If your children are the ones doing the bullying then perhaps you might explain to them that that person they are bullying may grow up and be someone very important someday - you just never know and our society needs them is much as they need you. They should be able to understand that. Kids aren't stupid.
L. Winslow is an Economic Advisor to the Online Think Tank, a Futurist and retired entrepreneur. Currently he is planning a bicycle ride across the US to raise money for charity and is sponsored by http://www.Calling-Plans.com and all the proceeds will go to various charities who sign up.
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By L. Winslow
Many folks understand that unchecked bullying in school can really torment a young child if these events continue unchecked. Some bullying is part of growing up and it is as if they kids are merely establishing pecking order, theoretically nearly all species do this, so we should not be too taken aback. Yet, we need to understand why these things occur and eliminate chronic bullying in school.
Often when kids are bullied they avoid the rest of the groups in school and thus do not participate in all the activities. And perhaps during lunchtime they seek refuge in the library or wait until the very last minute to get to school or stay later and walk home a different direction. Maybe they run home a different way? All this to avoid bullying, which is getting more out of hand as violence in schools goes unchecked, as these choose students go out of their way to prevent being attacked.
Indeed, avoidance is a choice and those who choose to give up, have made that choice right? Of course as some students who have been bullied point out if they do not avoid the bullies they might get their nose broken and this has happened more than once. Is that the answer?
Should parents and teachers intervene or should they allow the kids to work out their differences? Perhaps a combination might be best and we also need to understand that a person is responsible for them selves and should not expect anyone to rescue them, they must rescue themselves.
These are all things we must consider because bullying in school is a fact of life and it will not go away until the kids choose to stop. Perhaps you should talk to your children about bullying and give them some pointers on defense.
If your children are the ones doing the bullying then perhaps you might explain to them that that person they are bullying may grow up and be someone very important someday - you just never know and our society needs them is much as they need you. They should be able to understand that. Kids aren't stupid.
L. Winslow is an Economic Advisor to the Online Think Tank, a Futurist and retired entrepreneur. Currently he is planning a bicycle ride across the US to raise money for charity and is sponsored by http://www.Calling-Plans.com and all the proceeds will go to various charities who sign up.
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Tuesday, May 1, 2007
Work or Stay Home Mom Dilemma, Why Not Do Both!
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By Bee Ryan
Are you a work at home mom? If so, why did you choose to become one? If you want to be a work at home mom, what is your reason?
Why we become work at home moms varies from mom to mom. Some moms want to be home with their kids, but need to generate an income. Some have always wanted to be their own boss or have flexibility in a telecommuting job. While others, like me, want something to call our own and make a little money while doing it.
There are many reasons and thousands of options for moms. The key is to find a work at home job or business that you love and can build and grow. When you love what you do, you cannot help but be successful.
Being able to work from home brings together the two most important factors for moms. Working from home means moms can be home with their kids and not miss the important moments and still be able to contribute to the family finances and focus on a grown up endeavor. Work at home moms can achieve a great sense of pride in themselves by being able to take an idea and turn it into a successful business.
In the past, the choice was go to work outside the home or stay home. There was no in between. Many moms who worked felt they missed out on seeing their children grow up. Moms who chose to stay home, may have felt some regret once their children were grown and they didn’t have the skills necessary to go back to work after being home for so long. Today, this does not have to be the case. Moms can have it both ways by working from home if they so choose. Spending time with their kids and building new skills and a business.
Working from home is a challenge. Finding a balance between taking care of the children, the house, and growing a business is no easy task. It takes a lot of planning and organization, but when you find a system and make it work, it’s the best of both worlds.
Mom2Mom Magazine, http://www.mom2momlounge.com is an online magazine written by moms for moms. Find mom-relevant issues, insights, product reviews, fun ideas, fashion and beauty, family travel, health, recipes, humor and more. Each issue is filled with realistic, quick and easy reads that matter to Moms.
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By Bee Ryan
Are you a work at home mom? If so, why did you choose to become one? If you want to be a work at home mom, what is your reason?
Why we become work at home moms varies from mom to mom. Some moms want to be home with their kids, but need to generate an income. Some have always wanted to be their own boss or have flexibility in a telecommuting job. While others, like me, want something to call our own and make a little money while doing it.
There are many reasons and thousands of options for moms. The key is to find a work at home job or business that you love and can build and grow. When you love what you do, you cannot help but be successful.
Being able to work from home brings together the two most important factors for moms. Working from home means moms can be home with their kids and not miss the important moments and still be able to contribute to the family finances and focus on a grown up endeavor. Work at home moms can achieve a great sense of pride in themselves by being able to take an idea and turn it into a successful business.
In the past, the choice was go to work outside the home or stay home. There was no in between. Many moms who worked felt they missed out on seeing their children grow up. Moms who chose to stay home, may have felt some regret once their children were grown and they didn’t have the skills necessary to go back to work after being home for so long. Today, this does not have to be the case. Moms can have it both ways by working from home if they so choose. Spending time with their kids and building new skills and a business.
Working from home is a challenge. Finding a balance between taking care of the children, the house, and growing a business is no easy task. It takes a lot of planning and organization, but when you find a system and make it work, it’s the best of both worlds.
Mom2Mom Magazine, http://www.mom2momlounge.com is an online magazine written by moms for moms. Find mom-relevant issues, insights, product reviews, fun ideas, fashion and beauty, family travel, health, recipes, humor and more. Each issue is filled with realistic, quick and easy reads that matter to Moms.
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