I love to share studies that I've found... and as an early childhood development therapist, I read and analyze studies a lot. I recently came across many studies that show being barefoot makes you smarter. I am always researching the latest Read More
7 Ways to regift your OLD phone for your child (and why it’s a good idea)
While I do not support a lot of screentime, I do see a benefit to a tween or teenager owning a phone. Our son has a phone and he is on it about 30 minutes a week, tops. He uses it to keep in touch with us if he goes to a friends house, he uses it Read More
CONSEQUENCES FOR KIDS THAT WORK!
Coming up with consequences for kids that work is not always easy, especially when you're in the heat of the moment and you just need your kids to do what you ask! You need to find something that works and stick to it... if you want a behavior to Read More
PSA: SuperMom doesn’t have to be you!
Supermom, superwoman, doer of all things … whatever you call it, my overwhelmed mom friend was tired of it. All of it.Sometimes moms are so busy doing everything perfectly for everyone else that they fall through the cracks. Supermom is not Read More
Shocking Discovery about Preventable Cancer
Over the past few months, my family and I have been very aware of what we are eating, what we are using on our bodies, and what we are putting into the air. It all started when we watched a few documentaries on TV.From there, we kept watching Read More
Best no gift birthday party
If you are looking for the best 1st birthday gift… you have found it. The best part? It isn't really a GIFT at all! We had a no-gift birthday party and it came with the BEST gifts…I love this idea because we already have more toys, clothes Read More
How to teach our daughters to be ladies
Last week I shared some practical tips to teach our sons to be gentlemen, but today we are going to focus on our daughter and teaching our daughters to be ladies.I wonder, every day, who our children will become. Will they be adults that help Read More
Encourage Unstructured Play
Do you know what phrase I don't mind hearing in the summer? "Mom, I'm bored!" In fact, I love when the kids claim they're bored and there's nothing to do. Of course, they may drag it out in an epic whine, but even that's okay. Why? Because it gives Read More
9 ways to focus on your kids
Isn't it true that we can do a lot of things for our kids, but the time that they feel the most loved is when we are simply together? They feel the most loved & important when we spend time focused on them. Playing race cars, baking in the Read More
How to cut back on Screentime for kids without arguments
Last summer, my husband and I decided to have a screen-free summer. We liked it so much that we kept going. Now, almost a year later, our kids still spend less than an hour a week with screens.By screens, I mean phones, tablets, etc.... We Read More
Foods to soothe a sore throat
"Mommy? My throat hurts." Poor thing... I knew just what she meant. The sore throats can come when your child has a fever or a call... or it can happen all by itself, but either way, it is uncomfortable."It hurts when I talk and when I wake Read More
How I organize our kid’s school work (projects, drawing, tests) that they bring home.
Today I am sharing how I organize our kid's school work (projects, drawing, tests) that they bring home. Do you feel like you have a ton of school stuff? Your kids bring home papers, art projects, homework, tests, drawings… (this Read More
Cheesy Meatballs – Cheesy Meatball Bomb Recipe
What could be better than Cheesy Meatballs? Cheesy Meatball Bombs! These yummy bites of dough are filled with mozzarella cheese and an Italian meatball. They are seasoned with melted butter and Italian breadcrumbs. Top it off with Parmesan cheese Read More
Less outdoor time is changing the chemistry of a child’s brain
It is sad, but American children spend 5-8 hours in front of a screen per day and less than 1 hour (that is less than prisoners!) Too much screen time can cause sleep problems, higher risk for attention disorders, higher risk for obesity and Read More
Calm Down Strategy Cards
If you are the parent, grandparent or teacher of a child that has frequent meltdowns, you know how difficult it is, not just for you, but for your child. As frustrating as it is for you when these happen, it is even harder on your child.I’m Read More
Studies show kids are SMARTER if they learn music
All that our kids really wanted for Christmas last year was a piano. They all put it on their Christmas list (and to be honest, I wanted one, too.). In December we all welcomed a new digital piano to our house (they use headphones... yay!) After Read More
Easter Basket Stuffers that your kids will LOVE!
Today we are sharing 50+ Easter Basket Stuffers for kids! Easter Basket gifts are fun and help your family celebrate the season, no matter what the gift may be. Today I'm sharing kids Easter gifts for kids of all ages, with Easter Basket ideas for Read More
A Mean Mother
When I was little, my parent's bedroom held a poem titled A Mean Mother, that I often read, but never truly understood, until I became a mom myself. I would walk by this poem on a daily basis and pay it no attention until my mom gave me this poem Read More
Popsicles for Breakfast: Strawberry Kiwi Yogurt Popsicles
Our kids favorite breakfast meal? Easy -->> These Strawberry Kiwi Yogurt Popsicles! They also work great as a mid-day pick me up or after dinner treat!We like it for breakfast because they think it's a treat. We have two kids who would Read More
Tips to raise your child to be a leader
Let me start out by saying that not everyone is meant to be a leader - I want my kids to have the best of both worlds. I want them to be confident leaders, but to be cooperative followers, as well. I want them to take the initiative to stand up for Read More
