There is typically a rise in head lice outbreaks in the spring. Sports are partly to blame. Spring is the start of helmet season,” says Ilene Steinberg co-owner of Lice Lifters, “Baseball, softball, and bike helmets are a catalyst for head lice.” Anytime head-to-head contact or sharing of equipment is involved, lice will be in ...
Do you own a 10-speed bicycle? Are you experiencing problems shifting gears? If so, the problem may lie with your bicycle’s rear and front derailleurs. They control a 10-speed bicycle’s drive chain and sometimes need adjustment. Based on my experience, those adjustments are moderately easy to complete. Here’s how to make them yourself: Supplies Needed ...
Children grow so fast that they are constantly outgrowing things. Determining the right shoe or clothes size for your child is usually not a big mystery. However, when your child looks doubled over every time he/she rides a bike down the street, knees hitting the handlebars with each pedal, how do you choose the right ...
When my second child began to outgrow his infant car seat, I knew that I would soon need another convertible car seat. Because I already owned a Britax Roundabout and liked it so much, I decided to go with the bigger Britax Marathon because of its higher weight limit. The cost of a Britax Marathon ...
Are you looking to invest in a new bicycle helmet for your child this year? There is quite an array of different bicycle helmets on the market nowadays to choose from. I tend to look for one that has good skull coverage, ample vents and is made well. With that said, here’s a brief look ...
When choosing a convertible car seat for my oldest son as he began to outgrow his infant seat, I did a lot of research. One car seat manufacturer received many excellent reviews from both national consumer and safety organizations as well as from actual consumers. I knew that I had to try a Britax car ...
Your new or expected baby comes with a lot of joy and an expensive buying list. However, there is no reason for you to go bankrupt even if you always want the best for your baby. If you are a little pragmatic, you can really save a considerable amount of money by going for second ...
Bike helmets, every child should wear one and according to the Bike Safety Institute in 22 states its law that children wear must wear one when riding a bike.However getting them to wear one can sometimes be difficult for parents especially if their child is a boy. My own son fussed about wearing a helmet ...
Riding your bike can be a joy in the cool fall months. Take a day trip, run errands, head up to your local farmer’s market or save money and use it to commute to work. However you incorporate your bicycle into your life, you are sure to benefit from accessories created with an urban cyclist ...
