8 Perfect Gifts for Kids that Aren't Toys

Buying for a little one who has toy boxes full of toys? The last thing you want to do is add to the ever-growing pile, only to have your gift sit unused collecting dust. The better alternative? Ditch the toys and get your favorite little one something that will get plenty of action, like craft supplies, personalized clothes or things that get them active. Thinking about your mini recipient’s strengths—is she a natural-born writer, storyteller, athlete or artist?—will help you determine where to channel your brainstorming and gift-giving efforts! Here’s a great list of some of the best kids’ gifts that aren’t toys to help you knock one out of the park for birthdays, holidays and beyond.

8 Fun Ways To Help Your Kids Improve Their Life Skills

If there's one thing you can agree pretty much all parents want for their children, it’s for them to grow up into happy, well rounded adults. You want them to develop the necessary life skills to do well in life; enjoy their life, go after their dreams, and try new things!

If this sounds like something you want for your children, here are 8 fun ways you can help your kids to improve their life skills.

1. Set Up Play Dates From A Young Age

Set up playdates for your kids from a young age. Don’t wait until they get to school! Socialize them with their cousins, and if you have friends with kids, set up dates with them too. You can even visit parent/toddler classes and meet people there, so your kids can learn to read social cues and how to interact with others early on.

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Nail Care 101 by Celebrity Manicurist Skyy Hadley

Taking good care of your hands and nails is vital and celebrity manicurist and owner of As U Wish Nail Spa, Skyy Hadley is giving you the ultimate guide to nail care. Learn how to care for your nails with her tips and tricks as well as proper care essentials for keeping your nails healthy and beautiful.

Vancouver Entrepreneur Creates Hollywood Buzz with M.Y.O. Cosmetic Case

While most of us will enjoy the Emmy Awards from our living rooms, Vancouver entrepreneur Suzanne Carter was recently invited behind the scenes to co-sponsor Make-Up Magazine’s Emmy Awards celebration of make-up artists and hair stylists nominated for shows like Game of Thrones, Westworld, RuPaul’s Drag Race and Saturday Night Live. The invitation came after Carter’s M.Y.O. Cosmetic Case created a buzz in Make-up Artist—a magazine for make-up professionals working in motion pictures, television, theatre, print and runway. {Product provided for review feature consideration}

11 Things That Great Moms Do For Themselves

Being a mom is a tough job and it becomes even tougher if you are not taking care of yourself. Self-care is important for everyone but it is more important to practice self-care when you have children to take care of as well. Taking natural supplements is always the first step in self-care because it boosts your immune system and targets underlying issues preventing you from living a full happy and healthy life. Click here for more information on the latest health supplements and reviews. Here we will discuss a few things that you can do for yourself that will help you become an even better mama.

Celebrate National Clean Up Day with these Skincare Essentials

With National Clean Up Day quickly approaching on September 15th, it is the perfect excuse to clean up in two ways—clean up your skincare routine AND your skin!

LAVANILA, KORRES, IMAGE Skincare and IOPE by AMOREPACIFIC all have effective skincare products that can easily be incorporate into your regimen and are suitable for all skin types.