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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.
Snowplow Parenting: What You Need to Know
(Posted on Thursday, March 28, 2019) 15 Comments
You may have heard of the term, “helicopter parent.” In the wake of the college admission scandal, a term you might not know, “snowplow parenting,” is reemerging in the headlines. This parenting style, which revolves around removing obstacles from a child’s path can actually be harmful.
If you missed this amazing … read more
20 Easter Crafts for Kids
(Posted on Thursday, March 14, 2019) 10 Comments
Looking for something fun to do with the kids this Easter? We have compiled 20 fun and easy activities to try with your kids from some amazing bloggers! Check out 20 Easter crafts for kids of all ages! You’ll find something here for everyone.
Simply click the link below each picture … read more
10 Reasons Why Parents and Zookeepers Are Alike
(Posted on Thursday, March 7, 2019) 16 Comments
I’m pretty sure being a parent gives us the credentials to be a zoo keeper. Here are 10 reasons why parents and zookeepers are alike.
1. I can clean up poop like it’s my job.
Baby poop, toddler poop, poop where it shouldn’t be, identifying if something is in fact poop—we can … read more
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