Learning to swaddle your baby was a right of passage. One of those oh-so-important new mom skills that you mastered like a baby swaddling ninja. You’re pretty darn proud of your baby swaddling expertise, and you should be! However, these day, keeping your baby securely wrapped up is more like trying to hog-tie a calf and you’re left wondering when to stop swaddling baby! this blog occasionally uses affiliate links and I will be compensated if you purchase after clicking on my links, at no ... View the Post
How to Use Words of Encouragement for Kids to Strengthen Your Parenting!
Intentionally thought out words of encouragement for kids will strengthen your parenting efforts, build lasting bonds with your children, and bolster family unity! I want to talk to you about this today, because often times the fear of over-praising with empty words, choosing the wrong trait to compliment, or just plain ole’ doing it the wrong way, prevents parents from putting words of encouragement for kids to good use! Being confidently armed with the knowledge of how to praise a child ... View the Post
Understanding and Conquering The Witching Hour for Baby!
Looking back, I’m amazed that it wasn’t until well into the life of my second child before I heard about the horrors of the witching hour baby! During my first pregnancy, I was surround by moms. I worked in an office with round-about 25 women (give or take) and served with a small army of women at church. 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 the full disclosure here Although I’m sure ... View the Post
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 ... View the Post
5 Ways for Moms to Relax Over Christmas
In order to relax over Christmas, let's talk about 5 important areas of home life to keep a close eye on. 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! 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 ... View the Post
50 Great Ideas for What to Buy a 3-Year-Old Boy for Christmas
Let's talk about what to buy a 3-year-old boy for Christmas, so you're sure to get plenty of happy squeals from your favorite little fella! He talks about everything he loves, all the time! However, buying the perfect gift for a 3-year-old boy who has everything and trying to surprise him at the same time is no simple task. Watching a little boy open a gift on Christmas morning is so fun. When my own little man comes out of his room and runs to the tree with eyes so wide, they look like ... View the Post
