Entering a new child care center can feel a bit overwhelming for a young child. Whether they’ve never been away from home before or they’re transitioning from another child care facility, they’ll be experiencing a whole host of adjustments. Even moving from one classroom within the same child care center to another can cause some anxiety for children who naturally like following a familiar … [Read More...] about How to Make New Kids Feel Comfortable in Your Child Care Center, Part 1
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How To Add Warmth to Your Poolscape this Winter: Add a Spa
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What Today’s Families Look for in a Swim School, Part 3
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How to Handle Losing Your Voice, Part 2
Learning to cope with losing your voice as a coach or teacher isn’t easy. In our first article in this series, we looked at some practical tips for navigating this unpleasant scenario. Here are a few more ways you can try to either avoid losing your voice or get it back as quickly as possible when you do lose it. Avoid Yelling Do whatever you … Continue about How to Handle Losing Your Voice, Part 2
How to Handle Losing Your Voice, Part 1
Teachers and especially coaches know that occasionally losing one’s voice is a common problem for people in these professions. You can raise your voice to cheer on the team, shout out plays that players need to hear clear across the field, or emphasize an important point during an inspiring classroom lecture. All of that amplification can certainly … Continue about How to Handle Losing Your Voice, Part 1
Protecting Your Swimming Pool from Weather-Related Problems
When it comes to protecting your investment of your swimming pool, we can’t overstate the importance of regular maintenance — but that’s not what this article is about. Like your home itself, your swimming pool requires ongoing TLC to protect it from regular wear and tear in order to catch any issues early on and keep it in good working order and … Continue about Protecting Your Swimming Pool from Weather-Related Problems
How To Add Warmth to Your Poolscape this Winter: Firepits & More
Maybe this winter, you’re completely over all the farmhouse decorations that bear the phrase that once sounded so inviting: Let’s. Stay. Home. Once the holidays are over and winter stretches on, it can be depressing for many, whether or not they’re officially identified as having a medical condition such as a vitamin D deficiency or Seasonal … Continue about How To Add Warmth to Your Poolscape this Winter: Firepits & More
How To Add Warmth to Your Poolscape this Winter: Add a Spa
When it comes to your outdoor oasis, the need to winterize it often brings less-than-celebratory emotions. If you live in part of the country that disallows you from using your swimming pool during the coldest months of the year, we have good news for you: you can incorporate some elements into your backyard poolscape that allow its usefulness to … Continue about How To Add Warmth to Your Poolscape this Winter: Add a Spa
Eco-Friendly Additions to Your Pool and Poolscape
We all realize that this world is the only one we have, and if we don’t take care of it, we’ll only have ourselves to blame for the results. Whether you’re motivated by a sense of personal responsibility, a desire to leave a better planet for your kids and grandkids, or simply want to establish a healthier footprint, these green ideas can certainly … Continue about Eco-Friendly Additions to Your Pool and Poolscape
Landscaping Tips for Pool Owners, Part 2
If you already have a backyard swimming pool in place, you already have a great start to creating a peaceful and life-giving outdoor oasis! In Part 1, we looked at the initial steps of deciding whether to DIY your landscaping, dreaming up your ideal oasis, and drawing up your initial plans. Now we’ll look at how to include potential for future … Continue about Landscaping Tips for Pool Owners, Part 2
Landscaping Tips for Pool Owners, Part 1
There’s no doubt about it: the mental health benefits of a backyard swimming pool alone make it a top choice for health-savvy homeowners. The multi-sensory benefits of a water feature can become even more significant, though, when they’re combined with other natural elements, all attractively arranged around your poolscape. If you’re concerned that … Continue about Landscaping Tips for Pool Owners, Part 1
What You Need to Know About Fireplace Glass Doors and Screens, Part 2
Maybe you’ve thought about getting a fireplace glass door or screen, but you’re not yet sure if it’s the right choice for you. Here at Kelloggs & Lawrence, we specialize in the installation of top-notch screens and fireplace glass doors from renowned companies Bosse and Stoll. We’re prepared to answer all sorts of questions you may have about … Continue about What You Need to Know About Fireplace Glass Doors and Screens, Part 2