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School is just around the corner, and our lazy days of summer are coming to an end. Okay, who are we kidding? The Daily Kool family doesn't do lazy days. We have to admit though...our boys may have kept us on our toes this vacation, but it was pretty nice to have them all to ourselves for a change. In a couple of weeks, we are back to being overwhelmed with activities. School (one half-day, the other three towns over), homework, soccer, hip hop, basketball, karate, birthday parties (there are a ton) playdates...not to mention our own work, home and Pepper (our lovable pooch) responsibilities. Pretty exhausting, huh? As our boys get older, it's really becoming harder to keep track of it all...we need some serious organization!

Surrogate pregnancy is a process in which another woman will carry a baby for nine months and then will relinquish the baby to the couple. This is meant for women or couples that are unable to have children for whatever reason, be it infertility, age, or medical problems. Another option is adoption, which is a legal process to create a new, permanent relationship between a child and an adult. A woman that decides to be a surrogate may be family, friends, or may be a complete stranger. Surrogate pregnancy can be arranged through agencies that help find the couple a woman who will be their surrogate mother for a fee. If the agency arranges for surrogacy, careful inspection is done to make sure the health of the surrogate is guaranteed to avoid possible pregnancy risks. Surrogacy may also be set up without the help of an agency. Surrogate pregnancy can be done in one of two ways. The first way is by artificial insemination, in which a sperm is injected into the surrogate mother's body. The surrogate is the baby's biological mother, but after the birth of the child, he/she is given to be raised by the biological father and his partner or spouse. This is known as traditional surrogacy. The second way is to have a woman's eggs (usually about five eggs) and a man's sperm injected into the surrogate mother. In this case, the surrogate is not the biological mother. This is known as gestational surrogacy. The fees paid for a surrogate pregnancy will be anywhere from ten-thousand to sixty-thousand dollars. The average price for a surrogate mother is anywhere from ten-thousand to thirty-thousand dollars, but other fees such as medical fees, egg donors (if one is used), lawyer fees, or fertility clinics can, of course, up the price. Gestational surrogacy tends to cost more than traditional surrogacy because more medical complications arise in pregnancy. Surrogate mothers that carry babies for members of their family may do it for expenses only, or may get no rewards

The Daily Kool family spent a better part of our weekend going through and organizing our closets. That's when we noticed that most of our closet space is taken up by bedding. Blankets and sheets and pillows...oh my! We have comforters for the winter, lightweight blankets for the summer, two sheet sets per bed, plus extras of everything (including pillows) for the occasional barrage of family house guests. Yikes! Unfortunately, our closet space is at a minimum, and it's tough to fit those large storage bins through our attic door. We needed a better solution.

Stroller and Pram Are there strollers that offer convertible seating options for multiple children or different age ranges? Certainly! Many strollers in the market offer convertible seating options suitable for multiple children or different age ranges. Firstly, these versatile strollers come with configurations like tandem seating, where one child sits behind the other, or side-by-side seating for siblings. Additionally, some models allow the attachment of an additional seat or a standing platform for older children. Consequently, these convertible strollers provide flexibility, adapting to the evolving needs of the family. While considering such Strollers and Prams, ensure they meet safety standards, offer easy maneuverability, and provide comfortable seating options for each child, addressing their specific needs and preferences as they grow. Ultimately, choosing a stroller or pram with convertible seating ensures a convenient and adaptable solution for families with multiple children.

A baby high chair is a specially designed chair for infants and toddlers to sit in during meals. It features a secure seat with safety straps to keep the baby in place. The chair elevates the child to table height, making it convenient for feeding and interaction during family meals. High chairs often have a tray for placing food and a cup holder. They are easy to clean with removable, washable parts, ensuring a hygienic eating environment. With a stable base, these chairs provide a safe and comfortable space for babies to join the family at the dining table as they learn to eat independently.

Adoption provides an opportunity for both birth mother and child to live a happy, healthy life. In many countries and in many states in the US, adoption is also an integral part of helping couples start families.

Providence Place - A recognized leader in the San Antonio community. Our services are for adoptive families, birth mothers, deaf and disabled young adults. We also work with the community to support nonprofits. Contact us for more information about adoption or other programs.

Throw a unique garden party for Mother's Day; you can go for a flower-planting garden party, a vintage theme garden party and many more.

They can give you various packages at various destinations to choose from. And when looking up the place to stay with kids, child friendly villas are definitely the ones to choose.

Do you remember learning your first card game? Ours was Go Fish, of course. A deck of cards is the simplest and perhaps the most versatile form of entertainment for the entire family. Seriously, can you think of another object that can provide anywhere near as many different activities for less than $2? So many wonderful memories from our childhood are centered around card games. We spent hours playing games like Spit, Slap Jack and War with our brother...in fact, it was practically the only time we got a long. Gin Rummy really helped us bond with our grandparents., even through those difficult teenage years. And who could forget all of the drinking games from the college years...um, maybe we shouldn't go there.

The Daily Kool family has always toyed with the idea of getting an ice cream maker for our home. As parents, we are often concerned about controlling the quality of ingredients in the food our children eat. Store-bought ice cream often has additives, so we often prefer the premium brands...hey, if we can't pronounce it, we certainly don't want to eat it. But, wow. Premium ice cream definitely comes at a premium price. An ice cream maker may seem like a perfect solution, but since no one in our household can ever agree on one flavor (heaven forbid), we always figured it would be a wasted investment...until now.

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Every year, the summer is filled with picnics, barbecues and other casual gatherings for The Daily Kool family. Most of these get-togethers are pot-luck events where everyone brings a dish for the guests to share. Needless to say, tables are always filled with a ton deviled eggs, fruit platters, sandwiches and cupcakes galore. So much for shedding those last few (okay, or forty) pounds...sigh. Since most of us tend to bring homemade items as opposed to pre-made trays, we are always looking for convenient travel caddies to hold our food.

Every week, we try to spend a little time in the kitchen, fostering our love for baking. Lately, The Daily Kool family has become obsessed with baking the perfect brownie. You know which one we're talking about...moist and extravagant truffle-like brownies that have a crackly top, yet are tender with slightly chewy edges. Yum. A perfect edge is the pride and joy of any brownie baker, yet is often unattainable with a standard brownie baking pan.

A couple of months ago on a rainy day, The Daily Kool family took on an insidious task...we decided to clean out one of our overflowing "junk" drawers. You wouldn't believe how much...well, junk...we had accumulated in one relatively little space. Oh, yes...we were lucky to get out alive. So here we were, arguing over whether we should toss out a key chain version of a shrilling chicken, when our children picked up a set of dice and began rolling away. We looked at each other and, expert procrastinators that we are, immediately said, "Break time!" Our children were about to learn an old classic...Yahtzee.

Motherszone is an open online community where ladies can get lots of recipe ideas for their kids or for family. Motherszone is not only for ladies but also ensures advice and guidance for development of your kids and expose them to many aspects of life with some great tips.

Motherszone is an open online community where ladies can get lots of recipe ideas for their kids or for family. Motherszone is not only for ladies but also ensures advice and guidance for development of your kids and expose them to many aspects of life with some great tips.

Breastfeeding mums can be a selfless lot, all focus on bubs and very little on themselves. It's a tricky time and calls for lots of love, support and encouragement from spouses, friends, partners, and family members. Now, if you're in any of these categories, read on! We've jotted down some ideas for you...

Breastfeeding mums can be a selfless lot, all focus on bubs and very little on themselves. It's a tricky time and calls for lots of love, support and encouragement from spouses, friends, partners, and family members. Now, if you're in any of these categories, read on! We've jotted down some ideas for you...

Getting mail addressed to them makes kids feel special and grown up. Keeping it consistent and age-appropriate is often the challenge. Thank goodness for the classic Highlights educational magazine for children. Our parents treated us to this wonderful subscription when we were younger, and we were truly blessed to be able to carry on the tradition in our family. Launched in 1946, Highlights is the most widely read children's magazine in the world..and with good reason. Recognizing that kids are the world's most important people, Highlights feeds their natural curiosity and love of learning with stories, brain teasers, riddles, crafts and other activities in this wonderfully wholesome and fun publication.

Mothering Instinct is a portal that brings together a community of parents and those who are about to become parents in order to inform, advise, teach, connect and help them in the most demanding "occupation" of the world - PARENTING We're here to help moms and dads raise happy and healthy families! You will be able to find all you need for your loved ones in one place. - Doctor's advice - Tips - Health & Beauty - Travel Guide - Fashion - Home Decor - Food and recipes - Family