Parenting

Sensory Jars.  Calming Jars.  Whatever you want to call them, they are addictive to make, and kids love them!

Fred “Mister” Rogers was more than an American television personality. He was more than a father and husband. He was and still is an inspiration to many, even to this day, over 16 years after his death.  There are many lessons from Mister Rogers that we can use while raising our children.  Here are a few of my favorites.  

<p>How many times have you thought Wow, we have a lot of stuff! or said to your kids, &#8220;Can&#8217;t you just be thankful?&#8221;&nbsp; In a world where everyone is constantly [&hellip;]</p>

As I work to stop chasing perfection, my reactions and mindset are positive and growing. The clean home, the organization, or the kids consistently having brushed teeth and picked up toys won’t matter anymore if these people are not in my life.

The comment I get the most as a single mom is, “I don’t know how you do it.” To that, I say: “I just do it.” My boys make it easy. They are my reason for being.

When asked to write a post about National Stepfamily Day (which is Sept. 16, by the way), I thought it would be another easy installment. After all, step-parenting is something near and dear to my heart.

Empty nest syndrome is a period of sadness or depression that sets in after your last baby bird flies the coop. I’ve seen evidence of this on Facebook for years – and with good reason.

Dad plays a significant role in the breastfeeding journey and is no longer just something that “the women” should be concerned about. Partners are crucial to the success of breastfeeding.

<p>&nbsp; Terrible twos? Two years old.&nbsp; I feel like I get a look of sympathy and understanding every time I say my son is two.&nbsp; We all know and have [&hellip;]</p>

Same mom. Same dad. Same house. Same structure. But good heavens, they are opposites in SO many ways. Here’s our adventure in raising two very opposite children.