Glückskind

I find the German word for happy child, Glückskind, very beautiful. The word "glück" has various meanings, depending on the context. It could mean happy, lucky, fortunate. It is both a noun and a verb and when formed with other words, changes its meaning, which oftentimes connotes something positive.

I would say that having children is a fortune. And being a mother of two doubles the happiness.

This word is also used by a leading drugstore here as its membeship promotion for expecting women and moms with children. DM, that's the drugstore's name, gives away a small box of happiness for mothers with newborns for free. All they have to do is register through the drugstore's official app and activate the coupon. I recently got my "Kofferchen" a few weeks ago and it is filled with lots of sample goodies from various baby products.

The box contained the following items: avent feeding bottle, nuk pacifier, Naty plastic- and chemical-free diaper, alana cotton baby cap, medela and lansinoh nursing pads, pampers aqua pure baby wipes, babylove diaper change cream, penaten ultra sensitive lotion, seba med baby wash and lotion, buebchen skin milk.

Even my baby is happy and surprised with the contents. So many products from trusted brands to try. So far, we have tried the babylove diaper change cream, DM's private brand, and I find it works better than the one I am using from a higher end brand. I have just tried the Naty diaper and we will see if it suits my baby's skin. Will update once I have used up both. We are currently using pampers premium protection diapers so let's see. Will we make the switch or not?

And no, this post is not paid. I am mentioning the brand names so other moms may also know of my experience with these products and may help them decide which product to use for their babies. 

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4 Ways You Can Save Money on Standard Business Expenses

Saving money on standard business expenses is important during times of economic struggle. To help your company survive a downward trend in the market, look into one of these four ideas to help you save a little bit of money throughout the fiscal year.

Consider Shared Office Spaces

Instead of paying a lease for an office building or space, you should look into the possibility of renting a shared office space. A shared office is a collection of workstations or small offices rented per space or per person. It is a great option for businesses that have a lot of employees on a contractual or freelance basis.

Rent Your Delivery Trucks

Rather than purchasing or leasing expensive delivery trucks, you could look into trailer rental Everett WA services. This way you only pay for a truck or trailer when you actually need one, instead of letting one sit expensively in your business lot.

Rely on Social Media for Marketing

Social media is a wonderful way to advertise your company's products and services. Accounts are free to create, so you just need a strong eye for photography, a smart caption, and a fun layout to create marketing posts. If you can fit it in your marketing budget, you could hire social media influencers to help you create content showing off your company.

Apply for a Line of Credit, Not a Loan

For large purchases, you should apply for a business line of credit, instead of a traditional bank loan. A line of credit does have a spending limit, but you will only need to pay back what you spend in a month, instead of making one large payment every month.

With a few new ideas when it comes to running a business, you can save money to help you through the tough times.

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Baby Photography Services in Hospitals

I have always wondered how they are able to take studio photos of days-old newborn babies when generally, mommies will not expose their newborns to places outside of their homes when not necessary. Then I got answer when I let our little one have her photoshooting right at my hospital bed when she was 2 days old. :)

Yes, hospitals offer this photoshooting service and they have an "in-house" professional photographer who magically turns your hospital bed into a photo studio for your little one, complete with all the accessoires the baby might need for the shoot. In a small trolley, they have lots of props available for baby girls, boys and twins.

 

And the photoshooting takes just about 30-60 minutes depending on the baby's mood. Because they are still newborns, they don't really move a lot so this makes it easier to photograph them. Be sure that your baby is fed though so they are in a good mood or asleep during the shoot. There is also no need to those blinding studio lights as natural light can very well do the trick.

And in this time of the pandemic, the photographer has to follow hygiene protocols, wearing of masks included!

The photoshooting in itself is free and you get some freebies from the hospital composing of a bib cloth, a welcome video, a digital print of one of the photos from the shoot, and a photo of the baby published on the hospital's website. Parents have the option to buy prints among others. Depending on which package you choose, I would say the photoshooting service is worth it. You would want to capture these moments of your tiny little baby and distribute prints to family and friends. As for me, I just ordered the CD and digital copy of all the photos. And with the pandemic, you would like to restrict and limit visitors so sending them the first photos of your child is one of the best and safe options.

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5 Tips for Brightening Someone's Day

When it comes to boosting someone's mood, you may wonder what the most effective ways of spreading a bit of happiness are. From planning fun activities to thinking up compliments, it can be easier than ever to support someone you care about.

Give a Helping Hand

From household chores to last-minute errands, daily life can feel overwhelming at times. If you are looking for a quick and easy way to make a big difference, try asking your loved one if he or she needs help accomplishing any of these tasks. Not only can you spend time together, you can also get work done.

Choose the Right Music

From pop songs to Caribbean music Brooklyn NY, there are endless sounds to choose from that can boost someone's mood. Making a playlist and sending it to your loved one is another great way to show you are thinking of him or her.

Reach Out

Being physically affectionate with someone is an easy way to show you care. A quick hug or pat on the back helps you connect emotionally while showing you remember your loved one even in tough times. 

Say What You Think Out Loud

A simple statement or compliment can make someone's day. Instead of merely thinking about your loved one, try telling him or her just how much you appreciate having someone in your life who cares about you. Point out specific traits or skills you admire, and see how he or she reacts. 

Plan a Trip

Going to a store or another fun place the two of you love can help boost both of your moods. Injecting a bit of spontaneity into someone's day can help him or her shake off any residual tiredness or worry. Make sure you know ahead of time what to pack so that neither of you are caught unaware.

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