Encanto Movie Review And FAQ For Parents

With Encanto finally arriving on Disney+, we are excited to release our review and FAQ for parents!

Having been an enormous fan of Coco and loving Disney’s films that shine light on other cultures, I had high hopes for Encanto – but it does it live up to the hype, and how does it compare with other movies Disney has released this year?

In this article, I’ll cover everything parents need to know, as well as share my thoughts on the movie.

Note: This article contains minor spoilers, but nothing that would ruin the viewing of this film.

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Dude, You’re Gonna Be a Dad Book Review

I’ve read a lot of pregnancy books, and a lot of them are all quite similar.

Therefore, when I come across something that takes a little different approach, I welcome it with open arms.

And well, Dude, You’re Gonna Be a Dad!: How to Get (Both of You) Through the Next 9 Months fits the bill – it’s different. Within a few chapters, you start to realize why this book is seen as so controversial.

But should you read it (or gift it to someone who’s about to become a father?) Let’s look at the details so you can decide for yourself.

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70+ Quotes About Babies Smiling

70+ Quotes About Babies Smiling

Is there anything in the world more precious than your baby’s smile?

Let’s be honest, there are few things that are more adorable than seeing a baby boy or a baby girl smile. The sight of it lights up our hearts, and fills us with joy.

Whether it’s from seeing them first thing in the morning or catching them smiling while they’re sleeping, that little grin surely brightens up our day!

Therefore, we’ve gathered 70+ quotes about babies smiling, and we’re delighted to share them with you below. These also happen to make great photo captions on websites like Facebook or Instagram, as well as cards and photobooks!

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Godmothered Movie Review And FAQ For Parents

Having been a while since Disney has released a movie about fairy godmothers, it was exciting to stumble upon Godmothered on Disney+.

However, with a running time of 1 hour and 53 minutes, is it worth your time to watch – and is there anything parents should be concerned about?

In this Godmothered review and FAQ, we cover everything you need to know, so you can decide whether or not this movie is safe to watch with your children.

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90+ Positive Affirmations For Parents

Positive Affirmations For Parents

If you want to change the way you think and feel, start by changing the words that you tell yourself.

How you choose to think about things rewires the brain and changes your subconscious mind. If you constantly tell yourself negative things, your brain will subconsciously look for evidence to support your theory, and prove yourself right.

The opposite is also true – when you start focusing on the positive – even if you don’t entirely believe it at first, over time you’ll find your mood improves, and your outlook on your life improves as well.

Make an effort to repeat some of these positive affirmations to yourself each and every day, and watch how it transforms your life!

We have broken these up into a few different categories, so pick the ones that matter most to you!

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Struggling To Conceive? Stay Sane With These 6 Tips

Struggling To Conceive? Stay Sane With These 6 Tips

Struggling to conceive when you finally feel ready to have a child is an incredibly difficult thing to go through, and can be difficult for anyone.

From feelings of personal failure to worries that things will never get to work out for you, it can be an incredible source of pain. That two week wait feels harsher each time you go through it, and it may feel like there is never an end in sight.

Fear not however, because temporary struggles do not mean that parenthood is out of reach. And while it may take some time, there are some things you can do to ease the pain and stay sane until that happens.

In this article, we’re going to go over our top 6 tips to keep in mind while trying to conceive, which have helped us personally as we strive to become parents too.

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6 Money Values To Teach To Your Children

6 Money Values To Teach To Your Children

Talking about money is tough, and financial troubles can be one of the greatest causes of stress within households.

Therefore, it is a topic that many parents choose to avoid, or only touch upon lightly when educating their children.

Yet, money is important – and instilling positive values about money, while simultaneously teaching how to make, save and invest it certainly aids towards your child having a financially successful feature.

Over the last 10 years, I have been fortunate to work with many bright people from all walks of life. From tech startup entrepreneurs to the ‘millionaire next door’ types who carefully saved their way to financial independence, I’ve learned a lot.

The one thing in common is that people think about money differently – and were taught differently by their parents.

In this article, I’m going to briefly cover some of these common values, many of which you may want to consider adopting passing along to your children as well.

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Noelle Movie Review And FAQ

Noelle Movie Review And FAQ

With the spirit of the holidays upon us, it’s time for us to delve in and start focusing on some of the Christmas movies we’ve yet to see!

One of those is Noelle, which is now streaming on Disney+.

But is this movie worth your time, or even suitable for children at all? Despite being a Disney movie, the answer is only ‘maybe’, and in this Noelle review we’ll explain why.

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6 Benefits Of Going On Walks As A Family

6 Benefits Of Going On Walks As A Family

These days, it feels like parents are busier than ever.

Work carries over into home, you’re constantly running between the store, appointments and meetings, and of course you can’t give up quality time with the kids.

It can be stressful, and cause you to feel overwhelmed. Time with your partner may be sacrificed, and you may not have any safe outlets for your stress.

After starting a daily walking ritual with my partner Amara, I noticed that I just felt good during and after our walks. So, I started looking into the research. We all know that exercise is good for your body, but what are the emotional and relational benefits that walking provides?

How can taking walks as a family benefit not only your own peace of mind, but strengthen your relationship with your partner and your children?

Here’s what I found out.

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