Getting adequate sleep can make or break your day, taking you from a zombie to an opened can of rainbows. Most importantly as moms, the amount of sleep we get directly affects our parenting abilities (note your patience level with two hours of sleep compared to eight). But did […]
Many of us moms wake up in the morning holding our breath as to not wake up the first child. All parents know that after the first child wakes it is a chain reaction of needs- “Can you make me pancakes?”, or “He won’t get out of my room!” […]
Success is often celebrated among families – whether it’s winning a championship game or scoring good grades in school. But society has long preached failure is a bad thing, claiming losing means somehow one isn’t “good enough” or “acceptable.” The truth is, failure can be a gift and can […]
Some children become excited at the idea of growing older and getting to do things little kids can’t do… … but then other children fearfully hold on to their mother’s leg sobbing at even the thought of their next birthday. The truth is, growing up can be scary for […]
If your once well-behaved child is suddenly starting to act out and rebel – you might be confused as to why. From yelling “NO!”, every time you ask them to do something, to getting into fights and quarrels with their siblings, you may wonder just what has gotten into […]
Scientists have studied the concept of “nature versus nurture” for decades. While each family is unique, it appears that both home environment and genetic factors are vital in predicting our overall health as adults. But recent studies have provided even more information on just how crucial it is for a […]
Maybe you’ve never been able to quite grasp why your child does things a certain way. Or perhaps they always seem to have a meltdown in certain situations, or refuse to follow your instructions. If you’re having trouble understanding the behavior of your child, the best thing you can […]
Are you going crazy trying to entertain your children while trying to complete work or other tasks at home? Do you feel like your child’s personal assistant — or servant — because they don’t seem to ever be able to occupy themselves without your involvement? Well, you’re far from […]
This year has been a tough one for many families, especially for those with kids who were abruptly taken out of school. A saving grace has been children being able to play outside in (mostly) nice weather. But a new pest from -that’s right, you guessed it- Asia is […]
You have probably heard it before–being a stay-at-home mom means you get to play all day and take naps in the afternoon. Those making these judgments either have only one child, have never been a SAHM, or just love minimizing the most important job in the world. This became […]
