The magic in raising children
5 Simple Ways to Prepare for Motherhood Becoming a mother is one of the biggest overhauls that will ever happen in your life. There can be no doubt that it is a big, scary step, and many things are going to change in huge ways. However, some of the changes you’ll encounter are not going […]
Taking a road trip with your loved ones can be a fun adventure, but it can also be full of stress and anxiety, especially if you have young children who are unaccustomed to travel. It’s important to have a solid plan going in so that everyone can enjoy themselves without worrying about meltdowns or a […]
Many parents are frustrated with the amount of time their teenagers spend on social media. After all, it’s become a favorite form of communication for an entire generation. Social media is even incorporated into school, such as with teachers posting about assignments and after school clubs. While there’s no good reason to ban social media […]
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Preparing for the Teen Years Have you ever had the panicked thought, “What am I going to do when my kid is a teenager?” You’re not alone. I know when I hear my 7 year old daughter stomp up the stairs after her request for a later bed time has been denied, I find myself […]
Anyone who has had siblings know they are some of the longest lasting relationships we form in life. Siblings are there in our earliest memories, and we remain connected to them, even if distantly, throughout our whole lives. It is no surprise then to think that siblings profoundly shape who we become as we grow […]
Managing a family budget can be one of the more stressful components of running a household, and anyone who has ever had hungry teenagers knows that food budgets can quickly get out of hand. Here are four things to look at when trying to reduce your monthly grocery bill, while still keeping your family well-fed. […]
If you’re anything like me, you’re probably pretty amazed at all the things your child has learned this year in school. With summer quickly approaching, finding fun, non worksheet/flashcard ways to help my kids fight summer learning loss has been on my mind. Here are a few creative ideas you can try to combat the […]
Chores. We know it’s important for kids to do them, but there are times when getting your children to actually do chores is more work than doing them yourself. If you’ve had one too many of those “there has to be another way” moments, give one of these strategies a try. 1. Work together It’s easy […]
Baby and toddler boys are easy to hug and cuddle. Their chubby little bodies practically demand to be squeezed. When you do, they giggle and nuzzle closer for more. They hug you back, and you feel like a million bucks. They’re irresistible! Fast forward a decade or so, and that same lovable snuggle-bear has turned […]