Do you find it hard to communicate with your kids? It seems like you are talking in two different languages, however, you are both speaking English? It’s so frustrating when you can’t really seem to connect with each other – especially about the things that matter! On the other hand, having effective communication not only…
Parenting Hack: 6 Alternatives to Chastise Your Toddler
Any parent raising a toddler knows how difficult it can be to maintain good discipline. When you least expect it, your kid is likely to throw a tantrum, while you feel helpless. And when they throw that tantrum, then is not the time to chastise that toddler. As a proponent of positive parenting, you are…
Does Your Kid Have Bad Habits? 5 Tips on How to Change Them.
Why does my kid have these bad habits? Is it something I have done? Yes and no! Kids naturally absorb a lot of the behavior they see around them. So they may be mimicking the people around them both at home and in school. A school is a fantastic place for young minds to learn…
How to Make Your Kid Feel Special – 14 Easy Tips
Your kid needs your time, love, and attention. They need to feel special. As a parent, you’re probably the most important influence in their life, so it’s up to you to make them smile and build their self-esteem. Especially if they are bad at understanding social cues and suffering among their peers as a result.…
Help Your Kids Adjust to a New Baby
How can you help your older kids adjust and welcome the new baby? Because getting a baby brother or sister is a milestone in any kid’s life. They get a new title: Big brother/sister. It was big for my oldest when I was expecting his baby brother and later his baby sister. He was so…
A Sleep Survival Guide for New Mothers
Why do you need a sleep survival guide? If you are like most new mothers, you probably have found getting adequate sleep to be a challenge. Getting up constantly to tend to your baby, is disruptive to quality sleep and you’re not alone if you’re feeling exhausted and irritable. This survival guide will help you…
How to Encourage Your Child to Sleep Alone
Who’s been sleeping in your bed? Do you have trouble getting your child to sleep alone? If your child is waking you up at night wanting to climb under the covers with you, you could be missing out on the rest you need to handle your responsibilities at work and home. More importantly, it’s important…
How to Keep Your Kids Busy at Home…
10 Ideas to Help You Stay Sane Kids. You love them, but they’ll drive you crazy if you let them. After all, it’s not easy to deal with your children each and every day when you’re used to them being at school or preschool for 40 hours each week. Having them at home is a…
Why Self-Care Matters & Super Simple Ways To Treat Yourself
You’ve probably heard the term “self-care” used a lot lately. It’s become a popular buzzword in the media and in personal development circles. But do you know why self-care matters? As a mother, it might be hard to take the time for yourself to get into it though. I know I have this problem. The…
15 Ways to Unwind in 5 Minutes or Less
It’s easy to unwind when you’re on vacation as you lie on the beach or stroll through museums. However, peace can be more elusive when your kids are at home sick and your inbox is overflowing at work. Fortunately, there are ways to make relaxing anywhere simple and quick. Try these 15 foolproof methods to…