Tag: parenting
Mommy Brain
A few weeks ago, I wrote a post describing the kind of mom I am (THAT mom). And not surprisingly, I forgot to mention...
What is Christmas?
I am a holiday purist. I firmly believe no holiday should be celebrated until the major holiday before it is over, which is why...
Strategies for Combating Negative Behaviors
A few months ago, I wrote a post about how my perfect two-year-old little boy had transformed into a three-year-old with a case of...
Mindful Mama, Happy Household
We all know how it is as moms, we're folding the laundry while keeping one eye on the kids and another on the television....
Why Your Sleep Matters
I have yet to meet a parent that would say they are well-rested. Whether it's the parent of a newborn who is feeding around...
Mind Your P’s and Q’s: How I Am Teaching My Girls...
Maybe it is because I still enjoy receiving hand-written thank you notes in the mail. Perhaps it is because accepting a greeting from someone...
Playing at Preschool
My son started preschool this week. While he has been in daycare or an educational program since he was five months old, this is...
18 Summers
I recently read an article about 18 summers. I tried Googling it so that I could reference it here, but my search brought up...
Reading for Life
Reading has always been an integral part of my life. I grew up in a family of readers, and I have loved reading for...
A Cautious Approach to Vaccines
I always prefer to go the natural route first when treating my or my children's ailments. I value medicine, but I wouldn't say I...