Tag: kids
Processing Grief and Death: Saying Goodbye to Our Family Pet
One year ago, our family pet–our cat, Tommy–died. He got really sick, really quickly, and it was completely unexpected. We had adopted him from...
3 Ways Kids Benefit From Having a Working Mom
Going back to work after having my daughter was incredibly difficult, and hasn’t gotten any easier as she has grown into her toddler years....
7 Ways to Teach Kids Money Management and Financial Responsibility
Teaching your kids about money is so important. As a parent, it’s one of our biggest jobs to adequately prepare our kids for their...
To Each Their Own: Loving My Two Very Different Children
When I was growing up, my dad would routinely, and very quietly, tell me I was his favorite kid, or that he loved me...
Literature for Little Listeners: 8 First Chapter Book Read-Alouds
You started with board books when your children were infants, and have graduated to longer picture books now that your child is older. If...
Staying in Touch Junior Style: A Safe Instant Messenger for Kids
June 1st of 2018 was not only the day that we closed on our house, but it was also the last day of school,...
Traveling With A Baby And Toddler: What To Pack And Why
A parent's worst nightmare is traveling far from home with tiny humans in tow, who will be off their schedules for the foreseeable future....
Four Fun Ways to Use Sidewalk Chalk This Summer
School is out for the summer. If you are like me, you are always trying to think of creative ways to keep your kids...
Welcome Summer! A Last Day of School Surprise Party
I count the days down to summer just like a kid. I'm so excited to hang out with my kids this summer! I enjoy...
Parenting Through Childhood Anxiety
I have seen many posts lately on anxiety–in moms, especially, but also in people in general. I have been hyper-aware of these articles and...