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Welcome to my blog. I am a licensed school counselor turned stay-at-home mom and writer. I have three wonderful children. I love the water, baking, getting creative, and traveling, especially to new places. I have a bachelor’s degree in science (Psychology major and Sociology minor), and a master’s degree in counselor education (M.Ed.). I wouldn’t call myself a parenting expert exactly, but I believe all parents are experts at raising their own children. After all, no one knows your kids better than you! My blog is about what “they say”—what we hear and read—versus what “we say”: using our own intuition. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
The Best and Worst Parenting Advice from the Real Experts: Parents
(Posted on Thursday, February 21, 2019) 12 Comments
As parents, we receive a lot of advice. With three kids, I’ve heard it all.
Breastfeed. Supplement. Don’t breastfeed. Rock your baby to sleep. Don’t rock your baby to sleep—it’s a sleep association. Potty-train early. Wait to potty train. Offer baby food at 4 months. Wait until at least 6 months … read more
Alternative Valentine’s Day Ideas for Parents
(Posted on Wednesday, February 13, 2019) 10 Comments
Anyone feeling a little down because they don’t think they did enough this Valentine’s Day?
Don’t feel bad!
With Valentine’s Day can come a pressure to do something special for our significant other or for our kids. Where does this pressure come from? Well, even the read more
10 Valentine’s Day Activities for Kids That Won’t Break the Bank
(Posted on Thursday, January 31, 2019) 8 Comments
Have you heard them say Valentine’s Day is just a “commercial holiday,” a “money-making scheme,” or —my favorite— that it’s “just an excuse to eat chocolate?”
17 Time-Saving Parenting Tips
(Posted on Thursday, January 24, 2019) 10 Comments
What is it “they say” about time? Time is money. Time is gold.Yep, it’s gold. It is something I always wish I had, but it’s really hard to find.
Sometimes I feel like nothing gets done. With so many interruptions it’s hard to finish any of the tasks I start.
One day while … read more
My Mom Life in Pop Song Lyrics
(Posted on Thursday, January 17, 2019) 32 Comments
Much like beauty is in the eye of the beholder, music is a wonderful form of art where lyrics can be interpreted in many ways. Lyrics or poetry can mean something entirely different to two people or even to the same person on different days.
Sometimes music makes me feel … read more
Managing Self-Talk As a Parent: Ask Yourself This Question
(Posted on Thursday, January 10, 2019) 10 Comments
They say, “Sticks and stones will break my bones, but words will never hurt me.”
I disagree. Sometimes words can hurt even more than physical pain.
Let’s say for a second someone threw a rock at me. This is not outside of the realm of possibility with a toddler around. Yep, … read more
Why I’m Not Making a True New Year’s Resolution This Year
(Posted on Thursday, January 3, 2019) 12 Comments
They say we should make a new year’s resolution.
You know what I need to work on more than anything else this year?
Giving myself some grace… cutting myself some slack. Because the truth is, I know I’m my own worst critic.
I could focus on all the things I need to … read more
3 Steps to Raise a Resilient Child Who Bounces Back
(Posted on Thursday, December 20, 2018) 12 Comments
I am thrilled to be featured in a podcast from Dinner Table MBA. The … read more
6 Keepsake Ornament Ideas
(Posted on Thursday, December 6, 2018) 6 Comments
Baby’s Hospital Hat and Bracelet Ornament
These are our favorite ornaments. What a great way to save the hospital baby hat and hospital bracelets. Every year I decorate the tree I am reminded of the most special days of my life, the births of my three babies.
To make this ornament, simply … read more
Top Christmas Gifts for Kids 5 and Under
(Posted on Thursday, November 29, 2018) 22 Comments
Here is a list of our favorite Christmas gift ideas babies and toddlers are sure to love. Whether you are putting together your Christmas list or have found yourself looking for a last minute gift idea, hopefully this list will help!
Gifts for Newborns
Teethers