Archive for October, 2009

How The Internet Is Changing Caregiving

We all have that relative who in times of crisis has a checklist of what should be done. And although we might mock them, many are happy to know what needs to be done and how they can pitch in. In previous posts I have discussed how important it is for both family and professional […]



Care of Colostomies & Ideal Conduits

How to irrigate - It is absolutely essential that irrigating is done correctly so that the best results can be achieved. Many manufacturers of irrigation equipment include specific instructions on how to irrigate with the equipment.
1. An irrigation kit contains a bag for the irrigation water. This bag is attached to a tube which has […]



Why Menu Planning Just Plain Makes Sense

Why is it that at the end of every workday we find ourselves wondering what’s for dinner? If you’re at home, you wonder the same thing…usually too late to pull together anything that sounds good that you also have the ingredients for. Usually this ends up with an expensive order of take out or convenience […]



Child Custody Rights of Mothers and Fathers

Both parents have the same legal child custody rights when it comes to their children. There are a few minor differences in the way rights are determined for mothers and for fathers. Here are some details about the custody rights of mothers and fathers.
Some of a mother’s rights concern finding the father of the child. […]



One Chicken: Endless Menu Planning Possibilities

We are all looking for ways to make our food dollars stretch, and that is one of the main reasons I am a big fan of planned leftovers and careful menu planning. Leftovers…I know what you’re thinking. The last time there were leftovers in your fridge they either made their way to the trash […]