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 (preferably without yelling)! You need to find something that works and stick to Read More
Best List of Healthy Snacks for Teens (and why they need it!)
When we think about parenting teenagers, we don't often think about the importance of healthy snacks for teens. We put such a huge emphasis on healthy snacks for kids when they are younger, but we often tend to give them more Read More
Things no one tells you about parenting a teenage boy
THINGS NO ONE TELLS YOU ABOUT PARENTING A TEENAGE BOY Raising our four children, including raising teenage sons, is the joy of my life. We have three boys and one little girl. While there are things that you need to know about raising teenage girls, Read More
Free List – Age Appropriate Chores: Young Children through Teenagers
Age-appropriate chores for young children (and older children) are so important - with or without a chore chart! They help raise children that work hard and are not spoiled. It's the reason that we use these Printable Chore Cards because they teach 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 and Read More
Spoiled Child – How to unspoil a child (starting today)
Do you feel like you are noticing the characteristics of a spoiled child? Do you feel like your sweet child turned into an ungrateful child? Have you ever wondered how to unspoil a child... or how to unspoil your child? I know that this can Read More
“Mommy will you lay with me?” … should you lay with your child in bed when they ask?
I have a new favorite phrase from our kids: "Mommy, will you lay with me?" Why is this my favorite? Let me tell you. Do you hear this every night, as I do? "Mommy, can you lie down with me for a few minutes?" (or, as Read More
5 signs your child NEEDS one on one time
I wrote this post a few years ago and it still holds true today. There are certain times when your kids need one on one time. Most of you know that we do our one on one time every month for our special nights, but there are other times when I will Read More
How Dutch parents make their children self-reliant
Today, Dutch mother, Kittie, is sharing her story about How Dutch parents make their children self-reliant. "I recently shared the reason why Dutch children sleep longer: an average of two hours more per night. While this Read More
Why Dutch Children Sleep Longer: learn How to Help Kids Sleep Better
Dutch children sleep longer than in other countries. Compared to American babies, Dutch babies at the age of six months get two hours of sleep more every day on average. Yes, two hours every day! You can help kids sleep longer in your family, too, Read More
Why our kids study over the summer (and why we love it!)
I wanted to talk about Why our children do school work over summer break. A while back, I wrote a post where I shared my NO SCREENTIME UNTIL printable. It had rules about what the kids need to do BEFORE they are allowed to use electronics. It Read More
No Screen Time Until Free Printable Sheet (a pre- screentime checklist)
I wanted to share this No Screentime Until Printable Sheet again today because it has been wonderful for our family over the years. It teaches our children that there are more important things in life & screentime is the last resort. It gives Read More
DIY Easter Baskets Fillers (that don’t come from a store)
Are you looking for Easter Basket Fillers for Easter this year? While we have a great list of unique Easter Basket Stuffers, today's post is all about DIY Easter gifts! Are you looking for some DIY Easter Basket ideas that don't involve running to Read More
9 Habits of Happy Moms
What do you think of when someone says "happy mom?" Do you think of yourself with a smile on your face - laughing with the kids, playing with them, enjoying your time with them? We are the busy-mom, the run-you-everywhere mom, the homework-helper Read More
Why having more kids is less stressful!
This post was originally written in 2014, but I wanted to bring it back around today. I think that it still holds true to why moms of more kids often less stressed? Yep. I think we've figured it out. More Kids = Less Stress. What? Really. Well, Read More
Stressed parent to relaxed parent (yes, really!)
If you ever feel stressed out, as a parent, as a mother, you are not alone. You might feel like you are on edge or yell more than you want to... it usually stems from something. Maybe it's the clutter in the house, worry about your child's Read More
Siblings “Non-Gift” Christmas Gift
I wrote this post several years ago, but it's still one of our favorite Christmas traditions. Christmas has always been our favorite time of the year. We love to find special traditions, drive around and look at lights, stay up later than usual to Read More
Don’t buy me what you wish you had, teach me what you wish you’d known.
Have you ever heard that quote? I hadn't heard it until the other day, but I liked it so much that I wanted to share it with you. Some quotes, like "The way we talk to our children becomes their inner voice," have the power to make you think and Read More
We asked a Ph.D. in mathematics how to help kids who are struggling in math.
At 6:30 this morning, I sent my brother a text: "Hey, Tim! Are you up? Quick question... What's the best way to help when teaching kids math? What would you say is the most important thing for kids who are struggling in math to understand it Read More
Independent Educational Activities for Kids
With so many children being home, it is more important than ever to help our children become independent learners. While this will help you, since you won't have to stand over them while they do their work, it is also a great skill that will benefit Read More
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