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Holding down a full-time job can be incredibly hard work and you have to wake up at the same time every single morning for a least five days of the week and then force yourself to get out of your warm bed, take a shower and brush your teeth. Some mornings are different from others and while some days you might feel like you’re ready to take on the whole world and to give everything 100%, there are the days when you just couldn’t be bothered and you would rather stay at home.
We all want to get the perfect start to any day but that is a lot easier said than done and it requires a real attitude change on your part if you want to change your life for the better. The first thing to do is to get yourself some decaf coffee beans so that you can make yourself the perfect cup of coffee that will help to wake you up in the morning and set you up for the whole day. In order to dictate whether your day is going to be a good one or a bad one, the following are just some of the top tips that will help you to get your day off to the perfect start every single time.
– Invest in a coffee machine – Many coffee machines nowadays are automatic and so they can actually grind your decaf coffee beans for you and begin making coffee before you even open your eyes first thing in the morning. There is nothing quite like the aroma of fresh decaf coffee beans wafting into your bedroom and it provides you with an excellent start to your day.
– Prepare the night before – You know what you’re going to need for the next day and so start preparing everything that you need the night before so that you are not running around like headless chicken in the morning if you oversleep. Organize your bathroom cabinet and remember to put the decaf coffee beans in the automatic coffee machine the night before and make sure you lay out your clothes so that you know what you’re wearing when you wake up.
– Get an alarm clock – Don’t buy an electric one because if there is a power failure then you will certainly not wake up for work on time. Go for a more traditional windup alarm clock that doesn’t have a snooze feature and won’t allow you to go back to sleep for those extra 10 minutes but will end up making you late for work or any other important appointment.
– Try to get up early – I know you have figured out how much time that it takes you to pull yourself out of bed, take a shower, have your first cup of coffee and then get dressed. Instead of restricting yourself to a routine with regards to time, why don’t you get out of bed a little bit early every single morning and it just makes life so much easier.
These are four top tips when it comes to getting your day off to the perfect start and believe me when I tell you that there are numerous more. As well as getting your first cup of decaf coffee, make sure that you have a hearty breakfast that can provide you with the energy that you need to get out there and to make the most of any day.
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The world is filled with parents of picky eaters, the struggle is real. Every mealtime, a battle commences, but it doesn’t need to be a war. Plenty of children grow out of this, even though it may feel like that will never be true and it doesn’t help much in the thick of it. So, when you are facing the day with meal conundrums and a child who just wants biscuits, what can you do? These five tips are here to help.
The Emotional Link
When the kids sit down for dinner, it feels like the perfect opportunity to grab five minutes to yourself. However, one of the best things you can do for a picky eater is to sit with them during food time. It will help them to feel safe and let them know they’re not alone with their struggles. For example, say you have a child on a short term foster care placement that needs a bit of extra support. This is a typical situation where the child in question may have issues with eating tied to a very real, emotional response to their current circumstances. It’s your job to be present and show them a safe space where they can explore what they’re feeling in other avenues instead.
Make it Look Fun
Presentation is key. If the only day they eat a full meal this week is the day you arranged the food on the plate to look like a smiley face, so be it. That is an achievement unto itself. Get creative and don’t be afraid to make it fun.
Get them Cooking Too
If they are given the chance to join in with the cooking, they might be more inclined to eat the result. Plus, it is a great bonding activity and a learning experience too. Cooking together might be messy, but the rewards speak for themselves.
Lead the Way with Good Examples
Show your kids how to eat by being the example. Children look up to their parents and seek out guidance from them by observing everything that they do and trying to copy it in a number of contexts. So, eat that broccoli right in front of them and rave about how delicious it is, and model appropriate food choices. Never make them eat things they find disgusting, as this can create toxic eating habits that are hard to undo.
Make Sure There’s Nothing Bigger Going On
Sometimes, they don’t want to eat certain food types because it makes them feel off, just like adults. They might not have the communication skills developed yet to tell us, so they act out by refusing to eat it. If there are certain, continuous grievances, it is worth investigating further especially if a pattern of avoidance is established. Trigger foods for allergies and intolerances vary but there are some common culprits.
1. Eggs
2. Dairy products such as milk
3. Wheat
4. Gluten
5. Yeast
Fussy eaters don’t have to be the end of family mealtimes. There are always ways around it, and sometimes it is just a question of waiting until the behaviour loses steam. Regardless, it is unlikely that your child will ever go without, and you are a great parent for trying to be innovative and help them.
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