Teaching Children to Recognize Emotions With Art
The key to teaching children to recognize emotions is by getting hands on and involving them in the teaching and learning process (like in this post on learning to identify emotions with cupcakes)....
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Father’s Day is a day set aside to honor our dads and show them how much we love them or reflect on their memory if they have past on. As children, we probably all had many different views of "our” dad...
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Fathers play a significant role in the development of their children and nothing is as heart warming than the relationship between a daughter and her father. Even though I may be an adult who no longer...
View Article5 Ideas to Strengthen Father and Toddler Bonding
Father and toddler bonding is a growing area of study, and Fathers Day is a time to celebrate the wonderful fathers in the world. Having a relationship with one's dad can make a huge difference in a...
View ArticleTravel: How to Dine Out on Vacation and Stay Sane
I am on the heels of a whirlwind road trip with my two little ones, ages nine and seven. Since school resumes three weeks from today, I’m squeezing in last minute travel to see family we don’t see...
View ArticleManaging Stress: Tips for a Stress Free September
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View ArticleMoms: How to Build Strong Relationships with Your Kids
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View ArticleKids’ Bikes: How to Keep Safe While Riding Bikes
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View Article4 Tricks to a Memorable Outing With Your Kid
Are you planning a fun-filled adventure with your tiny tot, but you’re not sure if you're doing it right? Fret not, we can help you plan the next outing with your kid with our mom-azing travel tips. 4...
View ArticleTeaching Children to Recognize Emotions With Art
The key to teaching children to recognize emotions is by getting hands on and involving them in the teaching and learning process (like in this post on learning to identify emotions with cupcakes)....
View ArticleFather’s Day: Growing Up Dad
Father’s Day is a day set aside to honor our dads and show them how much we love them or reflect on their memory if they have past on. As children, we probably all had many different views of "our” dad...
View ArticleParents: How Fathers Can Build Relationships With Their Kids
Fathers play a significant role in the development of their children and nothing is as heart warming than the relationship between a daughter and her father. Even though I may be an adult who no longer...
View Article5 Ideas to Strengthen Father and Toddler Bonding
Father and toddler bonding is a growing area of study, and Fathers Day is a time to celebrate the wonderful fathers in the world. Having a relationship with one's dad can make a huge difference in a...
View ArticleTravel: How to Dine Out on Vacation and Stay Sane
I am on the heels of a whirlwind road trip with my two little ones, ages nine and seven. Since school resumes three weeks from today, I’m squeezing in last minute travel to see family we don’t see...
View ArticleManaging Stress: Tips for a Stress Free September
Back to School is not for the faint of heart. Between PTA meetings, orientations, class breakfasts, and curriculum nights (of course multiplied by the number of children you have), how is a parent...
View Article12 Tips to Teaching Teens to Drive
Teaching teens to drive can start well before they turn 13. One of my favorite memories of growing up was of my dad teaching me how to drive. He owned a bank building on a piece of property in the...
View ArticleThanksgiving Neighbor Gifts: Pastries Are a Delicious Way to Show Gratitude
Thanksgiving—I have been busy on Pinterest lately, pinning all my favorite holiday desserts and neighbor gift ideas to a board I created called "Holiday Yummies." I have found cute hot chocolate...
View ArticleLife Lessons From Mother/Daughter Relationships
Who are people closest to you who have made all the difference in your life? It's mid morning. I'm studying in the university library in a special area—you know, where you had to have a code to get...
View ArticleMake Dinner Count: Turn Meal Time into a Positive Family Experience
Make meal time a happy family experience. As a single mother with three small children at home, dinner used to feel like a lot of work. My three kids often met my efforts with something like this: “I...
View ArticleThe Debrief – Using The Precious Moments When They’re Home From School
When my kids get home from school, it's as if they haven't eaten in five days. They are starving. I've learned one little secret - if I have a snack ready and waiting, and I just linger around the...
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