Parenting
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Making Something Scary Fun
If you have ever had to take your child to the hospital for tests, you know that it is a scary thing. Your child will turn to you for comfort. If you are scared or nervous, you can bet she will be as well.
With our youngest, we have spent many days at the [...]
Tips for Getting your Children Out of Bed and Out the Door
I bet that got your attention!
School mornings. Oh, the stress. By the time I've got everyone dropped off and I pull out of the school parking lot, I'm feeling the need for a vacation! Or a good cry. Or maybe both.
But does it have to be this way? I'm honestly trying to do some very [...]
The Power of Music in a Morning Routine
No matter how early we get up in the morning on a school day (and why do kids always get up earlier on weekends and vacation days anyway?), we always seem to find ourselves rushing around to get out the door on time to catch the bus. Particularly now that three kids need to find [...]
Did I Raise Them Right?
One mommy ponders whether she raised her children right and shares a sweet success story.
Teaching Honesty
I had a conversation with my daughter the other day that caused me to reflect a little deeper on what I'm doing to teach her honesty. She's 3-1/2. It went like this:
Me: Chloe, go to the bathroom and go pee please.
Chloe: Mom, I just need some privacy.
Me: (giving her the look) Chloe, did you have an [...]
Engaged Parenting
In the hustle and bustle of our busy lives, it's REALLY tough to be an engaged parent. No, I'm not talking about wedding planning here. I'm talking about being fully present and involved in our children. Seizing teachable moments as they are presented. Using the mundane to instruct. Actively pursuing opportunities to mentor our children.
2010: Making Resolutions as a Family
I have generally tried to avoid making New Year's resolutions in the past. I figured if something was important enough for me to truly want to change it, I'd have done so already…regardless of what the calendar says. However, I do understand the significance 0f a new year and new opportunities to start fresh. And [...]
Finding Myself Among the Diapers
One stay-at-home mom speaks of the personal challenges of choosing that lifestyle.
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