When I had my first child, I was overwhelmed. There is just so much to learn, isn't there? One thing, that I didn't know enough about was car seat safety. I didn't know how long to keep my baby rear-facing, I didn't know the height and weight requirements for upgrading seats. I had to look up all the information online and it was still quite over whelming. Add to that, car seat rules and regulations seem to change frequently. I felt in over my head as a new mom. Are you feeling overwhelmed … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Save Money (with kids!)
Realistically speaking, children are expensive. Kids today want the latest electronics, clothes, shoes, and as they get older -- their own car. {Try not to cringe about that last bit. I can see the fear in your eyes through the computer screen.} Part of teaching your kids responsibility is teaching them how to save money. If you've never been big on saving, now is a great time to start. You can teach your kids - and yourself - how to save up for items they want and need with the following … [Read more...]
Moms, Please Support Moms: Let’s Build Each Other Up
I've said it before. I will say again. Motherhood is hard stuff. The hardest job I've every had and probably will ever have. It is also the most rewarding, isn't it? I am thankful for the support I get in my family, in my community and online from other moms. I feel quite blessed in fact. But it isn't always easy. Two kids and a blog keeps me pretty busy and I miss out on more than I'd like to. Do you have a support community? The US Census Bureau estimates that there are … [Read more...]
Top 10 Reasons to Encourage Your Kids to Volunteer
This is the time of year many families are looking to volunteer. It is a great time of year to do this, but I'd like to encourage you and your family to volunteer in your community year round. Here are ten reason to encourage your kids to volunteer from Wear the Cape’s resident expert, Philip Brown, PhD on character education sheds light on the value of urging children to become involved in community service activities. #1: Volunteering helps foster empathy Empathy is the most critical … [Read more...]
Time Outs and Toddlers (I need help!)
We are having the hardest time with our Little Man. I realize that two is a hard age. Really, it is much more difficult with this guy than it was with my Princess. He is meaner, more defiant, and very stubborn. We are at our wits end. I prayed for a really mellow second child - an easy going boy. I didn't realize that my Princess was our easy going child. She was so pleasant and easy to parent at this age compared to my Little Man. How did you make it through the toddler stage? We have … [Read more...]
Is Your Toddler Sick? Try Little Remedies
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Little Remedies. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation. My son was sick last month. Thankfully, it lasted only a few days. But those few days, were not very fun. He had a hard time breathing at night, and he had a cough that was keeping him awake. Lack of sleep is one thing you'd think I'd be used to, but it was still a difficult time … [Read more...]
Growing Up Social: Parenting in this High-Tech World
Is technology bringing your family closer together or driving you farther apart? I've recently been talking about technology and how old is the appropriate age for a cell phone. I know kids are getting their own cell phones a lot younger these days. It is the world we are living in. I am amazed at how quickly my six year old picks up apps on the cell phone and tablet. She is a product of a high-tech society for sure. Don't get me wrong. These are exciting times we are living in. Knowledge about … [Read more...]
