As parents there are so many life skills that we need to be teaching our kids. Raising kids is no easy feat, and believe me I know this firsthand since I’ve got nine kids to raise. Some days I feel like I’m doing pretty good while other days I feel like I’m failing miserably. As someone who became … [Read more...]
15 Memorable Mother & Son Date Ideas For Older Sons
October 8, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Kids grow up so fast, don't they? It's so easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of life that the days just fly by. With nine kids, I struggle just to keep my head above water some days, and this is why actually putting events on the calendar makes such a difference. This includes my husband … [Read more...]
Creating a Thanksgiving Your Family Will Love (Free Printable)
September 27, 2018 by 2 Comments
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. In fact, it may just be my favorite holiday because it is the perfect time for some family fun. As awesome as Christmas is, Thanksgiving just might be better in my book because there aren't any presents to open. This means there is time to just focus on … [Read more...]
Secrets to a Stress Free Summer With Kids (from a mom of 9!)
May 18, 2018 by 2 Comments
Summer can be fun, but summer can also be downright scary since there is so much downtime, family togetherness, and long days. Summer can feel out of control and be lacking in structure, routines, and rules, which can give way to mass chaos. Is a stress free summer even possible - a stress free … [Read more...]
Teach Your Kid to Ride a Bike Without Training Wheels in 30 Minutes or LESS!
May 8, 2018 by 1 Comment
Teaching your child to ride a bike can be a stressful time met with tears, frustration, and even a strained relationship in some cases, but as a mom of 9 I can tell you, it doesn’t have to be that stressful! In fact, it can be super easy and even fun once you know the trick to getting it done. … [Read more...]
10 Simple Ways to Really Listen to Your Kids
May 7, 2018 by 6 Comments
It is so easy to “listen” to our kids but never hear a word they have to say. I have talked about listening before in The 10 Rules of Communicating With Your Kids, but I think we can all agree that listening is first and foremost removing distractions and clearing your mind. Listening is not an … [Read more...]
4 Things You Must Do as the Mom of a Teen Girl
March 12, 2018 by Leave a Comment
As the mom of two teen girls and a tween girl, I have a front row seat to all things teen. Navigating the waters surrounding these issues successfully is key, and we as moms are the life preserver that will keep our teen daughters afloat when the seas get rough. Let's be honest, it's not easy to be … [Read more...]
How To Survive Spring Break For Real Moms
February 22, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Spring break for moms at home with kids who are usually in school and are now at home can be a real challenge. Kids’ friends may be limited due to travel, and the weather can even be limiting as well, requiring much of the time to be spent indoors. Then, there are a whole new set of spring break … [Read more...]
How to Make Simple DIY Easter Baskets For Kids In 5 Minutes!
February 3, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Easter is such a fun time of year. Spring is in the air, people often get dressed in special outfits, and it is also a day to spend with the ones you love in many cases. But, how can you make Easter extra special for your kids? Make them the cutest diy Easter basket ever, of course! This is one of … [Read more...]
How You Can Fight the Spread of Flu Germs in Your Home (From a Mom of 9!)
January 26, 2018 by 2 Comments
The flu is everywhere these days. I’m not really sure if this year is any more serious than any other year, but I can say that it sure seems that way - at least around me. Let's talk flu prevention. While I am not a doctor or even a health professional, I am a mom of nine who has had to learn a … [Read more...]
How to Talk To Your Teen About Drugs & Alcohol
January 22, 2018 by 2 Comments
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of National Institute on Drug Abuse for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. As parents, there are so many things we face on a daily basis that are downright scary, aren’t there? These things can be overwhelming, even paralyzing if we let … [Read more...]
Family Traditions That Keep the Focus on the Real Reason For the Season
November 8, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Sponsored by The Star In Theaters November 17 The holiday season is what I consider to be the best time of the year to make memories as a family. With sisters who live out of town, it is often the only time we are all together during the year. With my own family, it is the time of year when we … [Read more...]
Refresh & Restore Your Mom Heart
October 17, 2017 by 2 Comments
You guys! I have what might me the most exciting news that I’ve heard in a very long time. Like maybe all year. I know you are going to find it exciting, too. There is a conference coming up in just over a week and it’s just for us moms…and it’s FREE. That’s right, you can attend this … [Read more...]
Keeping Your Kids Safe On the Internet
September 20, 2017 by Leave a Comment
I could write numerous posts on technology, simply because there is so much out there in terms of technology. For that reason, this post in no way covers even a small portion of how we as parents need to be proactive when it comes to technology. But, since we have to start somewhere…here … [Read more...]
Does Your Child Struggle With Self Control? Here’s What You Need to Know
August 31, 2017 by Leave a Comment
"This is a sponsored post written by me ZERO TO THREE for The Motherhood. All opinions are my own." I have been a mom for more than 16 years, and there are certain truths that I’ve come to embrace. I know that I am not the only one to know these truths since they are common among nearly all the … [Read more...]
