Raising Kids
Inside: Unsure about how to help a child focus in the classroom? Help your child focus and learn to concentrate better using these five core strategies at home. Post may contain affiliate links, which means at no extra cost to you I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase. I often hear from concerned parents that their [...]
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Mom LifeTop 18 Bath Toys for Toddlers That Bring FUN in the Tub
Inside: My all-time favorite bath toys for toddlers that will last through the ages and stages. In this list, you'll find lots of open-ended bath toys that work great for older kids too. We've gone through a lot of seasons with bathing the kids in our home. There were times when we bathed the kids every single day. That was a [...]
4 Year Old Not Listening? How to Ditch Defiance and Nurture Cooperation
Inside: Explore 7 common challenges with a 4 year old not listening. Learn simple solutions and resources to deal with 4 year old behavior. I sat curled up in the oversized yellow chair. A blanket separated my legs from the cool surface of my laptop. The kids were asleep - finally. And after the wildly chaotic day filled with rapid [...]
The Big Reason Why Setting Limits With Your Strong-Willed Child Isn’t Working
Inside: How to get clear on setting limits with your strong-willed child without feeling overwhelmed and defeated. Plus, the biggest misconception I see in working with parents of strong-willed kids. I sat at the kitchen table with my laptop firmly resting beneath the pads of my fingertips. What I typed next was something I shared all [...]
17 Most Powerful Essential Oils for Stress and Emotional Wellness
Inside: Struggling with the challenges of everyday life? Check out these powerful essential oils for stress. Plus, learn several essential oils for sleep, anxious feelings from everyday life and nervous tension. The stress of everyday life was getting to me. I'd go into the bathroom for a moment to get my breath, trying to somehow [...]
Dealing With Controlling Kids? The “Secret Sauce” for Gaining Cooperation
Inside: If you're struggling with kids who act controlling, this is the missing piece to help! Plus, a simple 3-part guide for dealing with controlling kids or strong-willed kids. Post contains affiliate links that may, at no extra cost to you, earn a small commission. My daughter looked at her older brother, and immediately upon [...]
7 Easy Changes That’ll Make a Big Impact on Kid Behavior
Several years ago I remember sitting at my dining room table vigorously typing away at my computer. Determined to start my own business from home, I was ready to - as they say - have it all. I was going to work from home (creating an online job for myself) and stay-at-home with my son and be a dotting spouse who cleaned and KonMaried [...]
MilSpouse LifeThe Secret Life of Military Spouses and Their Curtains
Every military spouse I know has one. It’s some sort of marked box or storage bin; usually shoved in the back corner of a closet. Sometimes the lid closes nicely. Sometimes it’s crammed so full that we have to stack other boxes on top to keep it closed. This box is filled with curtains. And it is more than just something that takes up [...]
7 Powerful Ways to Deal With a Toddler Whining and Crying All the Time
Inside: Discover seven crucial areas to stop a toddler whining and crying all the time. This is especially helpful if you're struggling with toddler aggression or a strong-willed toddler. This post may contain affiliate links which won’t change your price but will share some commission. The other day I was driving the kids to [...]
The #1 Reason You’re Still Dealing With Toddler Aggression
In working with thousands of parents over the years, I get a lot of questions about toddler aggression: Hitting, kicking, biting - and of course - spitting. It's common for their stories to sound something like... I have a toddler and a baby. And every time the baby gets near him, he tries to hit him, knock him down or push him [...]
