Prepare Ahead of Time for Summer Camp

Summer Camp Safety Tips

A Few Tips to Keep in Mind Before Sending Your Child to Summer Camp

North Texas Kids Summer Camps and Kids Activities Guide 2013

by Shelly Fisher

As summer is in full swing, parents have a lot to think about; should I get a sitter, what groceries do I need, do I plan a vacation, and what about summer camp!? Finding the right camp is an adventure of its own, but once you settle on one there a few things to keep in mind in order to ease any worry for both you and children.

10 Water Safety Tips

10 Tips to Staying Safe in and Around Water

With hot and dry summers, many Texans enjoy spending their time cooling off by the pool, lake or beach. However, every day, about 10 people die from unintentional drowning and of these 10, two are children aged 14 or younger according to the CDC. With summer upon us, First Choice ER Executive Medical Director, Dr. Mike Muzzarelli offers 10 tips to staying safe in and around water.

1.  Never leave children unattended around any body of water. According to Safekids.org, an adult should be within arm’s reach to provide active supervision.

How to Manage the Kids While You Work From Home

How to work from home with kids

How to Work from Home with Kids

 

It’s hard for kids to understand the concept that “Mommy or Daddy has to work,” especially in the summertime when fun is supposed to rule. Of course you can attempt to get everything done early in the morning or late at night while they sleep, but that doesn’t always work out. I’m often asked how I work from home while caring for my own 5 children, as well as having extra kids over during the summer. Here are a few of my own ideas for making summer work for everyone!