What are the similarities between fireflies, bonfires, and fireworks? They all, of course, contain the word "fire," but what else? They all take place at night and in the summer, and we all likely have happy childhood memories associated with them. The desire to make good summer memories, however, can instead give parents of young children - whose bedtimes fall when it's still light outside during the summer months - more chances for meltdowns. How do you do the first while avoiding th …
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Dust mite allergies are a serious worry, especially for youngsters. While horror stories about mite feces sweeping through your home are urban legend, dust mite allergies are a real concern. Dust mite allergies are more common in those who have asthma. Dust mite allergies, in fact, can even raise a child's risk of getting asthma. One out of every four Americans, regardless of age, suffers from an allergy, and two out of three of those with allergies are allergic to dust mites. Sneezing …
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Even if we have endless bed decor options, we're not only about cutesy Bed Tents around here! You can provide your child with a healthy environment in which to sleep, play, and build healthy habits that he or she will never outgrow (even as a college student) with our Maxtrix Bedroom Furniture. Sleeping Area In order to satisfy customers' demands, many kid-friendly, space-saving mattresses compromise quality and safety. At The Bedroom Source, we believe that children …
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Regardless of whether ADHD, Depression, Anxiety Disorders, or even IQ are more directly linked to nature or nurture, it's evident that a variety of things influences our children's moods and academic abilities. The good news is that we can influence some of those factors. We can provide an ideal environment for a child to actually grow, whatever his or her tendencies may be, when we provide an atmosphere which is conducive to order, physical exercise, and safety. You can organize your …
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While the most crucial features of your child's bedroom (think beds and dressers and bookshelves) are probably not what your child will get thrilled about, what will make the kids in your life shriek with delight? Favorites, surprises, and things unique to them. Providing Common Ground Even a brilliantly colored kid's room may have a feeling of unity when you're thoughtful about what you include — and don't include — in the visible portions of the room, whether it's a color sche …
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Maybe you were with me until you got to the "organize" part of this earlier post. It can be intimidating for those of us who don't come naturally to it. But, unlike art, smart organization is a science that can be learned. You'll be better equipped to undertake more purging once you've purged and classified toys into sets or categories. You'll need a plan once you've narrowed down what you want to keep. Furniture for Storage At the Bedroom Source, we have many different storage …
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It may be a first-world problem, but having too many toys can be a problem - for the sake of our children, our family bonds, and our sanity. Thankfully, parents today are wisely becoming more educated. Many people are aware of the consequences of modern advertising's ubiquitous materialism and the entitled mindset. Others are continuously removing toys from their homes for a variety of reasons, including educational and developmental health, household happiness, attitude modifications, …
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With the click of a button, we can't magically double the square footage of your home or change your child's bedroom into an ideal play environment. Even if we all wished that the worlds of "Star Trek," "The Jetsons," or Marty McFly could make that happen by 2022, SciFi is (mostly) still fiction. While casually driven flying automobiles and people beaming technologies aren't on the horizon, the latest innovations in children's furnishings are actually groundbreaking. The Maxtrix System …
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We all want to make sensible decisions in life, and especially as parents. We don't want to waste our hard-earned money on bad investments, but we only have so much time and energy to spend on research. If you want to avoid buyers' regret by conserving space, time, and money, go no farther than The Maxtrix System when it comes to equipping your child's bedroom. Furniture That Saves Space The Maxtrix System gives streamlined ways to save space in your child's room, because …
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Do those dusty bookcases seem to be getting a little less dusty lately? We certainly hope so! You'll want to celebrate even more as you promote reading and build a culture where a wide range of books are available and reading is prioritized. While you may wish to highlight the route rather than the goal, everyone enjoys seeing the results of their labors. You may help your child become a lifelong learner and enjoy a few additional surprises by enjoying the inherent benefits of …
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