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Author: Julie Hambleton

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3 min read Kids

Parents, educators, and psychologists have long debated whether or not spanking is an effective punishment for children. In April of this year, Harvard published research that demonstrates the damaging effects spanking can have on a developing child’s brain. This further supports the argument that this, along with other forms of corporal punishment, should not be...

6 min read Kids

It’s funny how parents of two-year-olds would eagerly count the years left until their kids become teens. Most new parents don’t know what’s in store for them when their children hit the hormonal overflow stage. It’s easy to anticipate no more crying and tantrums. They’ll finally be able to do nearly everything for themselves. That...

7 min read Kids

Think back to your childhood: Do you recall a time when your older sibling looked after you while your parents were out? Or, if you are the oldest sibling, did your parents ever have you do this? There is a growing debate as to whether older children should or shouldn’t babysit their siblings. As always,...

4 min read Lifestyle

Previously, people who ate M&M’s for the first time used to be amazed at the taste. But now, even the origin behind this delicious chocolate has gone quite viral on social media. One TikToker, Claire Dinhut, an American who currently lives in London, decided to explain the family drama behind this chocolate. She went on...

6 min read Relationships

When you and your significant other think you are ready to take the next step and get married, there are a lot of things that you need to discuss. Typically, however, when thinking about marriage, people only think about the immediate: The wedding and the honeymoon. There are several things that all couples should discuss...