If you could add one thing to your day that would make your child feel loved and valued... would you do it? One thing to make your child feel important while also helping you connect with your child - no matter their age? It all boils down to you Read More
Children who don’t have a regular bedtime behave worse & develop slower
I just watched an episode on the TODAY show that proved what I already knew: Irregular Bedtimes for children (and adults) leads to worse behavior, slower development, and health issues. Consistent routines & regular bedtimes for kids Read More
Easter Bunny Bottom Cookies – Easy, Soft, Tasty Sugar Cookies!
These are the most adorable Bunny Bottom Cookies! Easy-to-make Easter treats, these soft sugar Easter cookies taste as good as they look. They are simple to put together and they're the perfect Easter snack— or Easter Basket fillers when wrapped up Read More
How to Stop Toddler Whining (Preschooler, too!)
My friend, Stefanie, is here to share tips about how to stop a child from whining. As the mom of a young child herself, she knows that it is a step in preschooler and toddler development, so her tips are spot-on... Take it Read More
Put an End to Whining
"Moooommmm... I just waannnttt a coookkkkiieeee...." Oh, yes, the whining voice. My least favorite voice to hear. The voice that seems to come around more when they are hungry, tired or not happy. We all have whining kids at one point or Read More
The Benefits of Hugging: How Long & How Often to Hug Your Child
Hugs make us feel good, but how many hugs do you need a day? What are the benefits of hugging and how long and how often should we hug our child? Even though I could hug my kids all day long, let's take a look at what science says. Let me start Read More
Is your child ready to stay home alone
When should your kids stay home alone? How do you know if your child is ready to stay home alone? Today I am partnering with Alarm.com to bring you some tips to keep your family safe. As a mom to four kids, I know that the day is coming when Read More
11 tips for raising your child to be a leader (part 2)
In life, all children will become leaders and followers at some point. I want our children to learn to do both, but they need the tools for both... You can see part 1 of this post (#1-5) right here: 11 tips for raising leaders. Welcome to Part Read More
