Often as moms we tear ourselves down over the little things. Since it was recently Mother’s Day I wanted to give you a pick me up. We have all felt that sinking feeling of inadequacy when we feel like we weren’t very good at our mom job for the day. Maybe you didn’t get dressed […]
Month: May 2019
When Whining and Grumpiness Start to Take Over
You have probably heard the phrases terrible twos and threenager and that’s because of the grumpiness, whining, and tantrums associated with this age group. These young children are staring to develop more complex emotions and they just aren’t sure how they are supposed to deal with them. It’s our job to figure out how to […]
Encouraging a Healthy Attitude about Weight and Fitness in Your Children
According to the CDC the childhood obesity rate has tripled since the 1970’s leaving 1 in 5 school age children to shoulder this deadly problem. How do you encourage a child to have a positive attitude about weight loss and fitness without it taking a toll on their self esteem? How much a person weights […]
Recognizing and Dealing With Stress as a Parent
While parenthood is filled with all kinds of special joys, it can also take a toll on your mental health. Parenting is one of the most stressful things that adults can do, and when you combine that with all your other responsibilities like a career, a marriage, caring for aging parents, hobbies, friends and more, […]
How Much Do You Know About ADHD?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is slowly becoming better understood in American homes, schools and society in general. While there is still a lot of research to be done on ADHD, medical experts confirm that this genetic mental syndrome is more treatable than ever before. Because ADHD affects up to 5 percent of all children […]
How to Help Your Teenager Not Procrastinate
From chores and homework to sending their grandparents a thank you card, teenagers can be champion procrastinators. Procrastinating, or putting tasks off until the last minute, is common for people of every age, but teens are particularly notorious for it. While adults have learned over the years that the negative consequences of putting important things […]
Top 7 Superfoods Your Child Should be Eating
Keeping your children safe and fed are the most basic parenting skills you need to master. However, there’s a lot more to planning and executing three meals per day than mixing up a box of macaroni and cheese. Making sure your children get nutrient-dense foods is the best way to ensure they are establishing good […]
6 Ways to Improve Your Child’s Education
I have three children, one who is now in Junior High. He has been struggling with school this year. At one point, he was in tears begging to be home-schooled. I just couldn’t do it. I don’t have the patience, let alone the time to do that. Plus, who understands Junior High math?! Besides, how […]
8 Ways to Keep Your Toddler Busy
If you are the parent of a toddler, you know how busy they are. Running from one thing to the next, getting into things, and making messes. Your toddler wants attention and to be entertained, the rest of your family wants dinner, and you, well, you would just be happy to take a 20-minute shower. […]
4 Ways Busy Moms Can Sneak in Some Me Time
All moms are busy. Whether you work or stay home, there are endless piles of laundry, cleaning that always needs to be done, and kids that need help with everything from homework to bathing. Moms do it all, and rarely have time for themselves. That’s why many moms feel stressed most of the time, and […]