20 Parenting Hacks that Should Legitimately Help
Parenting is both a gift and a joy, but it’s also a full-time job. My husband and I doubled our kid count each time I was pregnant, which means we’ve been through a few versions…
What To Do When Your Teenager Says I Hate You
Unpopular opinion – when your teen tells you they hate you, it means you’re doing a great job. Honestly. I am not offended by this. The day our teenage daughter – or one of our…
20 Parenting Hacks for Your Next Disney Trip
It’s the happiest place on earth, but I’m going to let you in on a secret. It’s not. Disney World is the most miserable place on earth, and I say that as a Florida native…
7 Strategies to Make Sure Your Kids Aren’t Entitled
I’m a good person, so I deserve good things to happen to me. Well…no, that’s not how that works. No one really deserves anything. You earn everything. Some might argue with me on this one,…
Essential Life Skills for Teens to Know Before They Become Adults
There are many life skills for teens to know before they become adults. As a parent, you always want to make sure they have the best opportunities they can, and teaching them essential life skills…
How Busy Moms in Their 30s and 40s Can Manage Weight Gain
Busy moms have a lot on their plate. From raising kids to pursuing their own careers, they’re always on the go, and that doesn’t always leave them a lot of time to themselves. If you’ve…
DIY Backyard Games Fun For All
Summer is still here which means warm weather and lots of outdoor fun. That means it’s time for some creative DIY backyard games. We tend to get a little stir crazy in the late spring…
20 Ways to Deal With a Spoiled Child
It was the weekend before Christmas when I realized our kids might be spoiled and parenting is annoying (okay, I know they are spoiled, but it kind of hit me harder than ever at that…
What Do You Do When Your Teen Gets Into A Fight?
One of the first things our middle daughter noticed when she began her middle school career this past fall is that kids fight. A lot. She’s horrified by the fighting – but not because she’s…