We all know that volunteering is a good thing to do.  But, did you know that volunteering is also good for you?  Research studies have shown that those who volunteer are not only happier but also healthier, experience fewer aches and pains, and live longer.

Gretchen Rubin

To learn more, read a thoughtful article, Voluntarily Happy by Gretchen Rubin in Good Housekeeping Magazine.  A best-selling author of The Happiness Project and columnist for Good Housekeeping, Rubin explains in her article that people are happier when learning something new, teaching someone, improving something, or fixing a problem.  Volunteering allows for all these areas and more.  Just a bunch more reasons to get yourself and your kids out there volunteering!

© YesKidzCan!, 2012

Ever have one of those mornings when it is impossible to get your kids up for school?  Maybe this will help you and others at the same time.  St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital is selling these adorable animal sound alarm clocks that have been designed by children who have received care in the hospital.  You can choose from a frog, an owl, or a dog. Each is $22, and the proceeds benefit the hospital.  It’s one way to help your kids wake up to a good day!

© YesKidzCan!, 2012