Tag: big kids
Parenting Beyond the Toddler Years
I have turned into a life coach when I least expected it. I have met many life coaches in my day. When they first...
What It’s Really Like to Have Four Kids
Having a big family was something I knew I always wanted. My husband and I have been blessed with two girls and two boys....
My Open Apology to Paw Patrol
I owe Paw Patrol an apology.
When my daughter was three, this became THE show to watch. Pups showed up on classmates' t-shirts and backpacks,...
We All Have a Special Song
Once upon a time, I made up a lullaby. I cannot pinpoint the date, but I know it was some night of my first...
Starting the Year off Right With Homework and Study Skills
I can’t believe we are getting back into gear for school! As a type-A personality, I love planners, colored pens, Post-its, and various organizational...
The Best Children’s Boutiques in Fairfield County
Every time you blink, it seems like your children need new clothes. While I love the convenience and price points of chain stores, there...
Adjusting Expectations
For many years, hand-me-downs were BIG in my house. My youngest daughter idolized her older sister, and she could not wait to wear her...
The Last Inning: Senior Year of High School
I don’t feel I’ve been a parent for eight innings, yet here we are, heading into the ninth and last inning of public school....
The Art of Friendship: Friends for Life or Friends for a...
Developing friendships has been a topic of conversation I have found myself having more often in our home with our two boys. It seems...
Preparing Your Child for a Successful Back-to-School Transition
Summer is filled with lots of fun, rest, and relaxation. This often means staying up later than usual, waking up later than expected, and...