Motherhood
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Enjoy Springtime by Doing These 10 Things
Spring is a wonderful time of year to enjoy the outdoors with your child and create lasting memories together. Here are 10 fun ways to get ready for spring with your little one: Plant a Garden: Teach your child about nature by planting flowers, vegetables, or herbs together in your backyard or in pots on your balcony. It’s a great way to bond and learn about the environment. Spring Cleaning: Get your child involved in decluttering and organizing their toys and clothes. Make it fun by turning on some music and having a dance party while you clean. Outdoor Picnic: Pack a picnic basket with your child’s favorite snacks and…
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Holiday Activities Your Children Will Love
Get in the holiday spirit with our fun-filled list of holiday activities for children! From creating festive crafts to baking delicious treats, we’ve got everything you need to keep the good times rolling. Perfect for creating lasting memories with your loved ones. Happy December, friends! The holiday season is here, and I know that us parents are eager to keep our children entertained during this time. I’ve put together a list of 10 fun holiday activities that are sure to get your children into the festive spirit. You can also check out my list of old and new holiday traditions for even more ideas! Decorate the Christmas tree – Get…
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Celebrating Holiday Traditions and Creating New Ones
Holiday traditions play an important role in our lives. They provide us with a sense of belonging, connect us to our past, and create memories that we cherish for years to come. Whether it’s baking cookies with family, decorating the Christmas tree, or lighting the kinara or menorah. These traditions give us a sense of comfort and familiarity during a time when the world can feel chaotic and uncertain. Holidays are also a time of joy and togetherness. Many families have their own unique traditions that they practice each year during the holiday season. Some of these traditions are passed down from generation to generation, while others are newly created.…
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How To Get Through Toddler Tantrums with these 10 tips
Toddler tantrums are a common and natural part of child development, but they can also be quite stressful for parents or caregivers. Keep reading to find out ten ways to decrease toddler tantrums and make life a little easier for everyone involved. Has your child ever thrown a fit when you told them they couldn’t have a snack, they didn’t want to take a bath, or it was a Tuesday so why not? Of course your child has, because EVERY child has. That doesn’t make it easier, or less stressful but maybe you’re like me and find some solace knowing you’re not the only one dealing with this. Let’s all…
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10 Fun Summer Activities Your Toddler Will Love
It’s that time of year again! You have crawled yourself out of that seasonal depression winter brings, and you’re now feeling the sunshine on your face every day. But you’re not the only one itching to be outside in the summer breeze. Your child is waiting for those fun summer activities after being trapped in the house for months, and you have to come up with them. I’m from Michigan and we have terribly cold winters here.. that last for about S months (no joke) But, I know some of you experience nice and sunny weather all year round. *Cries in Midwest* Well, no matter the state you’re in –…
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10 Parenting Tips for Happier Children
As parents we all want to do the best we can for our children. We are determined to do better for these little humans because they deserve it. No matter what you call it (positive parenting, intentional parenting, etc) it’s super important to give your kids a strong foundation during their crucial developmental years. There are many ways to enrichen the lives of your children, and it won’t cost you a thing. When I became a mom I finally understood what it meant to do anything for someone. My son, and all children deserve a beautiful, happy, and whole childhood. So, here are some parenting tips for raising happier children…
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Being a Mom Is so Lonely Sometimes
True story, I’m writing this while crying during a HORRIBLE night with my 7 month old. Not just tears, but full on silent crying so I don’t disturb him as I’m trying to rock him back to sleep. For the fourth time. You can have a whole village at your disposal, and being a mom is still going to feel so lonely at times. I have a wonderful husband who is now the most amazing father to our son, and I still feel it. It’s hard not to, so don’t feel bad for admitting that. My son isn’t having the worst night, it’s not like he’s crying non-stop for hours,…
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How to Find Yourself After Having a Baby
Are you pregnant or postpartum and wondering when you’ll have your body back or start feeling like yourself? All moms have been there, and it’s not easy to get out of. Not only are you a completely different person after giving birth, you now have an entire human being that depends on you. And, they’re going to depend on you for a long time. It’s a beautiful, unbelievable journey, but once you become a mom you never stop being a mom. For a lot of women that’s a hard reality to adjust to, no matter how much you wanted and love your child. This new role is incomparable, but you…
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This Is Why No One Talks About Prenatal Depression
We have all heard about postpartum depression, and have even started talking about postpartum anxiety. That is a HUGE step, and is a conversation that must continue. Moms need support. We need to be able to share our struggles, and lean on eachother. But, you dont have to be a mom or a woman to advocate for us. Something that no one talks about, and what I didnt even know was a thing is prenatal depression. Very similar to PPD, but this occurs while baby is still in the womb. If you experience prenatal depression statistics show it will most likely be in your first trimester. But, of course it…
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How to Survive the Newborn Stage with These 8 Essentials
After carrying your beautiful baby you now get to take them home. The two days I was at the hospital after having my son felt like an out-of-body experience. It was hard for me to connect the baby that I felt in my ribs and translate him to the beautiful boy before me. But, it set in on the ride home that we were now a family of 3. No longer was it just my husband and I. Once we brought him home and gave him a tour of his new living area it was time to start using all the things that we prepared for his arrival. We purchased…
