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My children ask for two things when we sit down to dinner most nights: "Tell us stories about when we were babies!" "Can we play 'Would You Rather'?" I don't know about you, but by the time I've handled after school snack, a dosing of free time, homework, overseen household chores, piano …
FREE PRINTABLE: Would You Rather? (For When Your Mind is Blank)Read More
Sometimes it's less effort to handle the cooking ourselves. But what could we gain by embracing the mess and encouraging contribution in the kitchen? The other day my 7-year-old dropped a full jar of jam on the floor, smashing it. Organic jam mind you, because don’t you know that organic sugary …
This small slip, this simple phrase that comes out so easily, can unintentionally defeat the entire purpose of bringing your kids into nature to relax and unwind... I say it... more often than I'd like to admit. I say it... when I'm rushing around helping the kids get ready for school in the …
The Worst Mistake You Can Make When Hiking With Your Kids — Do You Do This?Read More
My seven-year-old daughter and I were out and about recently and she was playing with rocks. Later that night and in the weeks following, a missed opportunity has haunted me. I knew it in the moment and still I couldn't think on my feet fast enough. What could I have said differently? My …
Our family doesn't limit screen time; however, we are on a mission to teach our children self-moderation and balance. I admit, when I hear parents talking about adding strict time limits to iPad use or forcing their kids to earn screen time with chores, I shake my head and think, "No, no, no. …
You've got one kid down for the count. This simple trick will help prevent germs from spreading between siblings. Are you a germaphobe like me? Can we say it together? Syllabification: germ·o·phobe Pronunciation: /ˈjərməˌfōb/ THIS post is for you my friend. So your child is sick and …
Keep Em Healthy: How to Prevent Germs from Spreading Between SiblingsRead More
