This post contains affiliate links. Not every kid is going to learn to read on a traditional timeline. Not every kid is going to love it, either. But as a parent, there are things you can do to spark an interest, develop skills, and encourage a future in reading. My first kid learned to read […]
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4 places to find quality mom friends
It’s hard not to battle guilt as a mom. We even feel guilty for not enjoying every single moment with our kids, as if the ability to feel peace and joy while your kids are giving you attitude or simultaneously tossing demands at you is a mark of a good parent. It’s no secret that […]
Must have baby products for new moms
Creating a registry can be overwhelming. How can a tiny human need so much? Fortunately, If you’re a first-time-mom, you have the benefit of those who have gone before you as to whether the product is a lifesaver or a waste of money. If you’ve bought some of these and and have your own opinion, […]
Breaking free from mom-guilt and the shame of failure
Lately, I’ve let guilt of every sort consume my life. Guilt from being impatient with my kids and not giving enough of myself. Guilt over not giving enough of myself to my spouse, and the constant mistakes I make on a regular basis. Guilt over not being a good daughter, sibling, friend. Guilt over my […]
Helping Your Child Cope When a Close Family Member Goes to Jail
Today’s guest post is from Anica Oaks. When a parent or loved one goes to prison, children can easily become confused, saddened and overwhelmed. The absence of any close family member can be difficult for a child to cope with, especially if that relative held the role of a primary caretaker. Stability and routine are […]
Maximize your time with your kids with this simple activity planner
I’m currently fighting cancer and the chemo makes me tired. I have the dichotomy of wanting to spend time with my kids, but also needing to rest. Even healthy moms have this issue, so I had an idea that might help my kids and I make memories, combat the mom guilt, but also not completely […]
How to keep YouTube safe for your kids
At the time of this post, moms all over are terrified because of the Momo challenge, mainly from seemingly innocuous YouTube videos that start out innocent and then are interrupted by the creepy bird sculpture that looks like a human who needs to be exorcised. Even before the viral Momo came to be, safety on […]
2% of Americans Adopt: What to Consider Before Making That Decision
Although lots of people consider adopting a child, only 2% of Americans have actually done so. It’s arguably harder to adopt a child than to have one of your own (depending, of course, on your particular situation). Here are some things to consider before deciding to go through the adoption process. Determine Your Parental Readiness […]
The best positions to breastfeed while you are in bed
This post is a guest post from our friends at breastfeedo.com. The best positions to breastfeed while you are in bed are: • The laid-back breastfeeding • The side by side nursing position Let’s start with the most popular one: The biological nurturing or The laid-back breastfeeding position. The laid-back breastfeeding position Diagram source Breastfeedo.com […]
Family Doesn’t Spend Enough Time Together? 4 New Traditions to Change That
Today’s post is from guest writer Hannah Whittenly. With school, work, hobbies, and other activities, it can be hard for everyone to set aside time in their schedules for family time. If you want to spend more time all together, you must make an effort to create new traditions. Here are a few family tradition […]