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Preparing stuff for a baby on the way is truly a gruesome task. You have lots of things to consider but thanks to some thoughtful friends who prepare Baby Showers , you’ll have a shorter list to complete before the big day comes. Just recently, I have to recall all the baby essentials I needed with my sons when they were born so that I can give my friend a practical gift that she can use for her baby. As first time parents, they have a long list of baby stuff and essentials to prepare and buy. For me, here are some essential things that should make a priority on your list. Photo credits: Lars Plougmann – commons.wikimedia.org First is the bassinet or a crib. Most new mothers can’t get enough of holding their baby and sometimes choose to co-sleep with their baby on their side. But sooner or later a crib will come in quite conveniently.  Boppy pillows are also functional and practical to have especially with a newborn. Expectant moms will find comfort with this when ...

If you are feeling a bit blue this winter season, then you might want to consider volunteering. While many go into projects firmly believing that they are giving to the community, many soon discover that the community blesses them more than they could ever give away. Here are some of the ways that you may want to volunteer. Share a Talent There are many ways that you can share a talent that you have with your community. For example, despite being confined to a hospital bed and on Hospice, 91-year-old Morrie Boogart has knitted over 8,000 caps to give away to the homeless. Others, choose to work in a soup kitchen sharing their cooking and baking skills. If you are a musician, then you might think about sharing your musical talents through an organization like Sing For Hope that teaches music in New York City's inner-city schools. Donate Goods Almost everyone has things of value that they can donate. For example, when Bertis Downs who was the lawyer for rock band R.E.M. d...

So you've arrived at that age where you feel like you don't have to try so hard anymore – not in terms of your external appearance anyway. But au contraire! There's plenty you can do to  look and feel young , while still growing old gracefully. All it takes are some small changes, like exercising, socialising, or changing up your beauty routine. There’s no reason why you can't maintain that youthful feel! At 52, natural look is timeless Use Argan Oil It's never too late to enjoy the benefits of argan oil. Some rely on it for all their beauty needs: on the face instead of anti-wrinkle cream, on dry hair, as a body moisturiser, as lip gloss, as cuticle oil... the list goes on!  You can  shop this miracle oil  online to get a great deal and best value for your hard saved money. Update Your Hairstyle You may have greys now but,these days, grey is the new brunette. Or blond, or red, or black…Plus, a really graceful way to stay current is to have your hair...

Your living space is an important aspect of life; providing a place for you to rest, recuperate, and be inspired. It is also a contributor to your health, subtly influencing the energy around and within you. Whether you are looking to redecorate your well-established nest or are wanting to personalize your temporary living arrangements as you travel the world - this article will help you arrange a more harmonic and healthy living space. Please bear in mind that a beautifully zen room can do wonders, but it can’t replace the health benefits of proper nutrition. If you feel you may not be getting everything you need from your diet, be sure to check out resources like consumer health review that provide reviews on various supplements as well as health products and related topics. Now that you have your supplements set, are in a positive mindset, and are ready to transform your personal place; here are our 4 wonderful ways to arrange your living space for optimal harmony and...

Fender. The name alone could send shivers up any guitarist’s spine. Many beginners aspire to have their own Fender guitar but are unable to because of budget constraints. If you’re just starting out, you really shouldn’t worry about Fenders on the upper end of the price spectrum. There are Fender guitars designed for beginners and are priced affordably so you can get started on the right foot - with a quality guitar that makes learning to play more fulfilling. The FA-100 starter pack for example. It costs just around $150 and includes a Fender acoustic guitar, picks, extra strings, a clip-on tuner, guitar strap and a gig bag. Now that’s great value for money! When you’ve considerably improved in your playing skills and want to level up in terms of musical equipment, you’ll probably want a more advanced guitar to suit your playing style. When that time comes, you still can save money on a Fender. Here are some great ideas how. Look for Fender coupons. Many auth...

Having a swimming pool is a great advantage when the weather is warm and you can just jump in to keep cool. The pool area is also an excellent entertainment space . However, if you want to make hanging out in and around your pool a good experience, you need to make sure that you keep up with maintenance. You may not immediately think of pool maintenance as being anything to do with pest control, but it is. After all, you do not want to end up swimming in a pool full of bugs. Pool maintenance professionals use cleaning techniques and pool chemicals that keep the pool clean and can make it a less enticing place for pests to gather. There are also steps you can take to make it less likely that your swim will be ruined by the presence of bugs. Run the pool pump It's not a good idea to keep your pool pump switched off for any length of time, especially if the pool is uncovered. Stagnant water can attract pests such as mosquitoes . The pump should ideally be run at l...

Damaged floors may create a bad impression and may make your house look unattractive. Improving its appearance may, however, leave your pockets sucked up dry. Below are tips to help you update your floors without exhausting your cash. Repair the old flooring It will cost cheaper to repair your damaged floor than to install new flooring. Also, removing the old flooring will not only be expensive but will consume a lot of time. For instance, if your old flooring is wooden, you can repair it yourself by sealing the cracks and gaps then finish by varnishing it. Optionally, if you are updating your tiles, you can get the new flooring installed on top of the old one which on the downside, may not last longer than when installed afresh but it will sure save you some money. You can check atlas ceramics to purchase quality tiles of your choice. Use remnants You can buy carpet remnants from floor covering dealers at huge discounts. These carpet remnants are usually the leftovers fr...