Melissa Rayn

Tips For Buying A Sewing Machine Online

You can get some great deals on sewing machines when you purchase them online. Companies that sell them don't have to worry about the overhead of a brick and mortar store and you get the convenience of having the sewing machine shipped to your front door.... Read >

Help, My Prenatal Vitamins Are Making Me Sick

You are 2 months pregnant and your morning sickness is raging at full force. You know you need to be taking your prenatal vitamins to keep your developing baby healthy and give your own body the nutrients it needs to stay healthy during this pregnancy. At... Read >

Coping With Morning Sickness In The Office

Chances are you will continue working through at least the first part of your pregnancy. Being tired an nauseous in the office isn't a very pleasant experience, but there are quite a few things you can do to make yourself more comfortable and cope with yo... Read >

Embroidery Gift Ideas

Embroidered items make great gifts. Not only do they have that handmade feel to them, but you can personalize almost anything with some simple embroidery and make it special. Here are a few ideas for gifts you can make if you love to embroider. Baby B... Read >

Finding Out What's Causing Your Migraines

If you are suffering from frequent migraines, chances are that there are certain triggers that set your migraines off. Those could be foods, drinks, smells, or certain chemicals. Once you find out what your particular migraine triggers are, you can then a... Read >

Finding Deals On Fabric For Your Sewing Projects

If you love to sew and work on different projects, you are always on the lookout for a great deal on fabric. And if you are just starting out, you don't want to spend a lot on fabric in case you make a mistake and have to start over. Here are some of my f... Read >

What Are Blackheads and How Do I Remove Them?

If you are suffering from acne or other skin problems, you will sooner or later discover blackheads somewhere on your face. Almost anyone has had blackheads at some point. Let's take a look at what causes blackheads and how they form on the skin. Next we ... Read >

Supporting Your Teen With Acne Prone Skin

As if being a teenager wasn't tough enough already, this is also the time when most kids first start experiencing acne. The days of smooth, perfect skin are over once hormones kick in to start the transition from child to adult. If your teen is suffer... Read >

The Best Tip For Great Looking Abs You Can Show Off This Summer

Who doesn't want to show off a flat stomach and great looking abs this summer? As bathing suit and beach time come closer more and more of us are lying in the living room floor doing crunches or working out on various machines at the gym tying to find the... Read >

Should I Reward My Child For Using The Potty?

You have probably come across potty training sticker charts and other rewards systems that parents use when potty training their children. Some parents will simply use the stickers as a reward, others will reward their child's overall progress with a bigg... Read >

Regression In Potty Training

Your child has done so well with her potty training. Then, all of a sudden she starts wetting her pants, hides to do "her business" or asks for a diaper or pull-up. What happened? Don't Get FrustratedEven though seeing your child go backward in ... Read >

When Is The Right Time To Potty Train?

There isn't a simple answer for this question. The truth is each child decides on his or her own when it is time to start peeing in the potty. There is however a general age range and somewhere during that time your child will be ready for potty training.... Read >

Do Disposable Diapers Make Potty Training Harder?

Yes, I think disposable diapers make potty training harder. If you look at the average age a child was potty trained even just a generation ago, you can see that kids now take a lot longer to give up the diaper in exchange for using the potty. Let's take ... Read >

Let's Eat Outside � Great Kid-Friendly Picnic Ideas

Summer is finally here and with the kids home all day this is the perfect time for a picnic. Pack up some food, cool drinks and a blanket and head for the park, playground or even just the backyard. You can even entertain your little ones with a picnic on... Read >

Rev Up Your Metabolism For Faster Weight Loss

One you first start watching what you eat, the weight starts coming off easily. Then after a few weeks, the scale stops moving downward and you hit a plateau. What's happening? Your metabolism is slowing down. As you eat less to lose weight, your body... Read >