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Conversation Games for Kids to Get Them Talking!

Getting your kids to engage in conversation can be sort of like cranking a well. You know there are words inside of them, however, drawing those words out so you can understand what thoughts and feelings are in there can take a little work. this blog occasionally uses affiliate links and I will be compensated if you purchase after clicking on my links, at no extra cost to you. read full disclosure here Using conversation games to get your kids talking to you not only opens up the lines of ... View the Post

Using conversation games to get your kids talking to you opens up the lines of communication and provides valuable insight into your child’s heart.

Family· Family Strong· Family Traditions· Mommy Mind

5 Ways To Avoid Mom Stress During The Holidays

Despite our lack of over-the-top cute Thanksgiving decor, and my inability to remember to post what I’m thankful for EVERY SINGLE DAY in November, and even all the crafts that don’t get done… We rock our Holidays around here! In order to avoid mom stress during the holidays, there are 5 important areas of home life to keep a close eye on. this blog occasionally uses affiliate links and I will be compensated if you purchase after clicking on my links, at no extra cost to you. read full ... View the Post

Family Mission· Family Traditions· Preschooler Habits and Care· Toddler Habits and Care

Your Ultimate Guide to Purging Toys Before Christmas with Parenting Purpose

The purging toys before Christmas holiday tradition has been alive and operating in our family to downsize and declutter toys for over a decade. However, today we’re not going to talk just about getting rid of toys to make room for more. No, no… we are going to chat about how to use this time of year to grow compassion in your child’s heart, train selflessness, and teach her how good it feels to think outside of herself! this blog occasionally uses affiliate links and I will be compensated if ... View the Post

Family Fun· Family Traditions

15 Fall Activities for the Family Who Doesn’t Celebrate Halloween.

It’s a complicated relationship we have with fall. The cooler temps and changing colors are a welcome sight. However, the scary Halloween visuals and images everywhere…. are not! With one glance into any store window, it can seem like Halloween is the only activity fall has to offer. Finding fall activities for the family who doesn’t celebrate Halloween is actually easier than you think. By taking away the expectations and pomp that accompany that one day, a whole world of fall wonder opens ... View the Post

Connecting· Family

How To Become a Productive Morning Person and Love it!

As I rolled into work putting my mascara on in the car, with my hair wet for yet another rushed day 13 years ago, I never would have imagined how much I would come to love my early mornings. And while having a baby (or 4) and being a stay at home mom, played a role in establishing a morning routine, it was you who pushed me to become a productive morning person and love it! Yes, you. this blog occasionally uses affiliate links and I will be compensated if you purchase after clicking on my ... View the Post

Baby· Children· Connecting· Family

How To Be a Fun Mom – The Super-Simple Way

It’s easy to get hung up on overcomplicating how to be a fun mom. Crafts aren’t your thing. Your body can’t handle jumping on a trampoline. Getting lost in a game of imagination doesn’t come easy. What’s left? How can you find ways to be a fun mom when it doesn’t come easy and you’re just not feeling it? Learn how to be a fun mom the simple way! this blog occasionally uses affiliate links and I will be compensated if you purchase after clicking on my links, at no extra cost to you. read full ... View the Post