A busy time for homeschooling and non-homeschooling moms alike, this time of the year can bring on a serious headache. The following are practical back-to-school tips to help you start the school year off on the right foot.
Continue Reading4 REASONS TO EMBRACE THE MOMMY GUILT
Ah, mommy guilt… That nagging feeling that questions all of our parenting choices. Mommy guilt is the culprit behind so many negative emotions surrounding parenthood.
Continue ReadingPROS AND CONS OF CLOTH DIAPERS – ARE THEY FOR YOU?
I didn’t use cloth diapers for my first child – although it was something that I really wanted to do At the time, we were living in a apartment that had coin laundry in the basement, making cloth diapering super inconvenient. Because of this, I pushed the thought away and decided on using disposable diapers instead.
Continue ReadingODE TO THE TIRED MOM TRAVELING WITH KIDS
This is a message of hope to all the frazzled moms out there traveling with kids. Trust me when I say, I can relate. Traveling with kids has become our new normal since moving down South.
Continue ReadingPROS AND CONS OF HOMESCHOOLING
I’ll be honest, when we first started homeschooling, the reality did not match what I had envisioned. Prior to starting, I researched and planned, convinced that my child would be the next prodigy. Because of the stigma surrounding homeschooling, I felt the need to prove myself to those around me. When we told our family, I could see the hesitation in their eyes. My initial approach was all wrong. I put so much pressure on myself, quickly becoming overwhelmed and nearly giving up. After […]
Continue Reading8 TIPS WHEN RAISING A STRONG-WILLED CHILD
Both of my children were given to me with incredibly strong personalities. As I journey through the ups and downs of motherhood, I have compiled the following list of reminders for myself. I hope you find these tips helpful as you raise your own strong-willed child.
Continue ReadingHOW TO BE A CALMER MOTHER
For the millionth time today, I catch myself yelling at my two boys, who are currently engaged in a wrestling match on the living room floor. I pause for a second and think, what am I doing?
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