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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 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…
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10 Things Every New Mom Should Know
If you’re here that means you’re where I was only a handful of months ago- a first-time mom to a tiny little human. Can you believe that there was actually a person in you that whole time? It’s still pretty unbelievable to me that I’m someone’s mom. So you’re probably feeling pretty overwhelmed now that your baby is here & you have to take them home. Maybe you have some experience with babies, or maybe you don’t have a clue what you’re doing. Regardless, this is the post for you. I have 20 years of experience with babies (shoutout to the 14-year age gap my big sister and I have)…
