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Putting together your children’s room is a mostly exciting but occasionally confusing task. How do you bring the right blend of youthful energy and safety into one space? Is it possible to design it in such a way that they can grow up there? As an excited parent, questions are sure to abound on how […]

As the season changes, our moods also change. We often feel happier during summertime and a bit sadder during winter. But if you are feeling extra gloomy whenever winter hits and you’re exhibiting certain behaviors during winter alone, you could already be experiencing Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD. Defining Seasonal Affective Disorder Many experts call SAD winter depression or seasonal depression.

indoor air quality is partly a result of everyday activities that emit contaminants into the air. The health effects of poor indoor air quality may be experienced immediately after exposure or even years later with constant exposure. These effects can range from mild symptoms like irritation or headaches, to severe ailments like respiratory diseases and

The ongoing COVID-19 situation has forced millions of families to stay inside their homes to avoid getting infected or becoming spreaders of the deadly virus. In the instances that they have to go out to buy essential supplies such as food and medicine, family members are advised to wear face masks and stay six feet

It’s not easy to have a successful, joyous, lively family life these days. No surprise there: The National Council for Behavioral Health reported that 70% of adults in the United States had experienced a traumatic event at least once in their lives. A COVID response tracking study found that Americans are the unhappiest they’ve ever been

The media hasn’t been completely honest about how hard parenthood is. Every day, we’re bombarded with images of serene-looking couples looking calmly at their cute newborns without a care in the world. Real-life couldn’t be further from the truth. Parenting indeed is one of the most rewarding and fulfilling things in the world, but it

Parenting, as it is, is already a tough job and not for the faint of heart. Now, parenting teenagers? It’s an entirely different ballgame! Teenage years, also known as puberty, is one of the most overwhelming and frustrating times for both parents and kids. The changes they go through — physically, psychologically, and emotionally —

COVID-19 pandemic has caused a lot of problems for many people and businesses around the world. Most families have been separated because one or more members have been stranded somewhere due to travel restrictions. Many people lost their jobs while others were left with no choice but to work from home. Some others were forced

The ability of our smartphones to easily condense social interaction—via calls, texts, emails, or social media—allows us to stay in touch with others each day, even with limited time in our busy schedules. Yet, it can lead to a growing dependence on these devices as a vehicle for socializing. Allow your phone to become a

London is one of the most expensive cities in the UK. It’s arguably the most expensive city in terms of buying a house, renting a home, and even shopping for your daily needs. Many who work and study in the heart of the city opt to live in farther neighbouring ones. Doing so keeps the