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Teaching accountability to kids is possible with these simple tips and ideas. Positively parent your way to a culture of responsibility in your household. Accountability is a really hard concept for kids to grasp. The idea that you are responsible for your own actions, and then have to accept that responsibility is quite the […]
Bath time can be a difficult time of transition for many kids. By making bath time a fun and enjoyable experience for your little one, it can become a great addition to a calming bedtime routine and can also serve as a boredom buster for long days spent at home! We like to make bath […]
Kids innately have an attraction and a desire to care for animals. Given this foundation, there are many ways in which we can instill an even greater love and respect for animals in our children, here are just 5 ways to teach your kids compassion for animals. Not only does this compassion and care for creatures benefit the […]
My son will go to Kindergarten, and I feel like a part of me is leaving with him. When did my baby get so big? A letter to my boy as he goes to Kindergarten, I have great hopes for him, but the emotional toll this transition is taking on me is REAL. As You […]
I’ve always co-slept with my kids for their first year (and beyond in some cases). I’m all for it and love the ease of nighttime feedings and cuddles. But inevitably, there comes a point where I want my bed back, I want to wean the feedings, and I want to really sleep without the subconscious […]
Being the mother of a spirited child is not always easy. Sometimes it’s challenging, often exhausting, and always rewarding. When others see snippets of my boy’s spirited nature they might quip that he’s ‘too loud’, ‘talks too much’, ‘interrupts’ or ‘doesn’t listen’. What they don’t always see, is that he is highly inquisitive, very analytical, […]
It’s something I have written about a lot on here. Spirited kids, difficult kids, intense kids…helping them calm down, teaching them tactics to calm themselves. It’s something that we all understand as parents, what it means to ‘calm down’. But guess who doesn’t? Our kiddos. RESOURCE: FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY I know for me, […]
This post contains Amazon affiliate links. I receive a small commission for any purchases made using these links. Do you have an angry child? Books are a fantastic way to help deal with transitions, issues that a child might be facing, or for dealing with emotions. Whenever I am having a ‘problem’ as a parent, […]
Tips for Flying with Kids Let’s face it…flying with children can be daunting at worst, and exhausting at best. It requires much preparation and attention, but can provide you with many opportunities for lasting memories and fun! A little bit of organization and confidence can make the whole process a bit simpler. Here are a […]
Regulating emotions can be difficult for any child, those with more of a natural inclination to anger can have an especially difficult time. It is our job as parents to find ways to not only help our angry child calm down when becoming upset, but to help them learn to calm down anywhere and in any given […]
An expert interview on positive discipline tips and tricks for busy parents. What are the benefits of positive discipline and what does it mean? Encouragement strengthens connection and invites the child to feel capable. It teaches valuable character and life skills Positive parenting techniques can feel overwhelming to use, especially if they differ dramatically from […]
These back to school essential oil blends are must-haves for moms during this busy time of year. Great blends for focus, energy, sleep and more. It’s the time of year when alarms have to be set and schedules rule the day. The kids are off to school! Whether you’re the type of family that loves […]
Using a weighted blanket at bedtime has dramatically improved sleep in our house. Here’s how, and some safety tips for using weighted blankets with kids. Our bedtime routine with my oldest (now 7) has always gone a little something like this: Typical bedtime routine (bath, teeth, pjs, books, etc). Cuddle. Talk. Ask a million […]