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...]
Potty Training In a Weekend With NO Frustration, NO Tears, and NO Accidents
September 11, 2017 by 7 Comments
I will admit that potty training was not even on my radar anywhere. But, apparently we were dipping our toe into the waters of potty training a bit with our then newly three-year-old. Why would it not have been on my radar? Why would I say we were dipping our toe in the water rather than jumping … [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...]
How to Plan For Stress-Free Week Days on the Weekend
August 30, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Everyone knows school days can be stressful - especially when you aren’t completely prepared for them! The weekend can be a vital planning time for the coming week if you just take the time to do it. Weekday mornings can be so stressful. Things get lost, people get up late and dash out the door … [Read more...]
How to Encourage Your Kids to be Tidy: Tips From a Mom of 8
August 29, 2017 by Leave a Comment
If your home is like mine, it can be a never-ending battle to get your kids to pick up after themselves at times. In my case, my older kids are even worse at it than the little ones. Perhaps it has something to do with that teen attitude, but I try to keep the younger ones on task even if the older … [Read more...]
50 Free Family Activities For Fall
August 24, 2017 by Leave a Comment
So often, with such a busy life, taking the time to get creative with some family fun can require too much effort. The interesting thing about family fun, is that it really is easy, and it doesn't have to be greatly time-consuming or cost a fortune. In fact, there is plenty of family fun that you … [Read more...]
10+ Beach Hacks & How to Leave the Sand At the Beach
August 22, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Is there anything better than spending the day at the beach? I’m not sure there is. I love summer, and I need the sand, the sun, and the sounds of the waves clapping on the shore almost as much as I need air. However, taking your family to the beach isn’t without a fair amount of struggles, and it … [Read more...]
12 Tips to Prepare Your Child For a New Sibling From a Mom of 8
August 21, 2017 by 4 Comments
If there is one thing we have done a few times around here, it is: introduce a new child into the family. This is always an exciting time over here these days, but I remember the days when I went from one to two children, and then two to three children. When my oldest was three I had three children … [Read more...]
15+ Genius & Cheap Family Activities For an Amazing Fall
August 16, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Fall is such a nice time of year in these parts…as long as it’s not snowing anyway. Michigan does have some crazy weather during these fall months at times, but no matter the weather we try to make it a habit to have some fun while also celebrating the season. Looking for more parenting fun? Join … [Read more...]
Before You Yell At Your Kids & Hate Yourself For It
August 14, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Being a parent is one of the hardest jobs on the planet, isn’t it? As a mom of 8 I can certainly attest to the times that being a mom challenges me beyond what I think I can handle. And yes, there even times that I yell at my kids when I certainly shouldn’t have. And then. I hate myself for … [Read more...]
How To Eat Out With Your Kids & Not DIE of Embarrassment
August 12, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Headed to a restaurant with a young child? Does the behavior of your young child leave you feeling as though you can’t even try for fear of creating a scene? You really can eat out without your kids being total zombies - making you want to die of embarrassment. Although dining out can be a … [Read more...]
6 Tips For Handling Aggression In Your Young Child
August 11, 2017 by Leave a Comment
*This is a guest post from Aubree of A Mother's Field Guide When your child hurts another kid, it sure can be frustrating. You worry that you will be judged for your parenting or even lose a friend! Most young kids experiment with biting, hitting, and kicking, but there are children who never … [Read more...]
How to Create the Quiet Time All Moms Need
August 10, 2017 by 2 Comments
Do you have a quiet time in your family? When your child is little you have nap time, but don’t all moms love just a bit of alone time? Nap time is when we as moms have our alone time. It is time where we can do what we want, or it is time when we can do what needs to be done without interruption. … [Read more...]
Clean Your Nasty Window Tracks Using One Simple Trick
August 8, 2017 by 45 Comments
Are you tired of looking at all the gunky nastiness in your window tracks? It is amazing how fast they can collect this ugly specimen of ickiness, isn’t it? The window tracks I will be cleaning today are from the sliders that are in my dining room, which means they are exactly what I look down at … [Read more...]
20 Fun Back to School Traditions
August 5, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Back to school time can be a stressful and anxious time for both students and parents. While we can’t completely remove the stress or anxious feelings entirely, we can overcome these feelings. One way we can do this is by creating and revisiting some fun back to school traditions every … [Read more...]
