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Avoid putting your kids into boxes the way society does by labeling your kids.
ParentingPosted onAugust 7, 2017June 2, 2025

The Dangers of Labeling Your Kids

One thing I’ve read about time and again in some of my favorite parenting books is the dangers of labeling. I was discussing this thought…

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The start of school for my kindergartener has me thinking about pros and cons of this new beginning
ParentingPosted onJuly 17, 2017June 2, 2025

The Start of School With My Kindergartener

We are only just over one month away from my first born child starting kindergarten. It is completely surreal to think that my daughter is…

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A child listening to authority other than parents is an important step in your preschooler's life to become kindergarten ready.
ParentingPosted onJune 26, 2017June 2, 2025

Child listening to Authority Other Than Parents

As we prepare our preschoolers for kindergarten, it seems there’s an unwritten checklist of qualities a child needs to be “kindergarten ready.” The usual ones are knowing their ABC’s,…

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Cute 4th of July Independence Day craft you can do with your kids!
Private ContentPosted onJune 19, 2017June 2, 2025

4th Of July Craft Tin Can Luminaries

This post may contain affiliate links, please read my full policies and disclosure here. I feel like tin can are ubiquitous and underrated. Collect these…

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How to stop aggressive behavior in children and handle hitting
ParentingPosted onMay 29, 2017June 2, 2025

Stop Aggressive Behavior: How to Handle Your Child Hitting

A year ago at this time, I was at a total loss for what to do about my son Nick. He was 2.5 years old…

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Raising Capable Kids is about letting them have ownership over chores that teach them self-sufficiency and responsibility.
Private ContentPosted onApril 3, 2017June 2, 2025

Raising Capable Kids: The Chore List

I recently read a great parenting book entitled, How to Raise an Adult: Break Free of the Overparenting Trap and Prepare Your Kid for Success…

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When your child asks "Mommy, will you play with me?" are you left feeling guilty? Here are 5 ways you can say "YES!" without dreading it. 5 Ways to Play with your Kids For the Mom Who Hates It
ParentingPosted onFebruary 27, 2017June 2, 2025

5 Ways to Play With Your Kids For the Mom Who Hates It

When we go to the park, I am always in awe of all the parents actively playing with their kids. Is it only me? I…

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These Baby Advice Posts compile solid information and tips for some of the most difficult to navigate parenting decisions -- your birth plan, vaccinations, sleeping through the night, starting solids, and more!
ParentingPosted onFebruary 13, 2017June 2, 2025

TOP 5 Baby Advice Posts

I’ve written a LOT about raising babies on my blog. My third baby is now 9 months old, and I have to admit that sometimes…

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I became a mom at age 20. Being a young mom has had its ups and downs, for sure. Read this relatable list of what it's like being a young mom.
ParentingPosted onJanuary 9, 2017June 2, 2025

What It Is Like Being A Young Mom

I became pregnant with my first child when I was 20. Now at 25, my husband and I have three beautiful, healthy children. I am…

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Breastmilk storage flat bags organized in your freezer with this genius idea!
ParentingPosted onJanuary 2, 2017June 2, 2025

Genius Idea For Breastmilk Storage

Someone lamented on Facebook the other day that they were not sure the best way to organize and store their breastmilk bags in the freezer.…

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