7 Tips for Transitioning to a Big Kid Bed
Transitioning a child out a crib and into a big kid bed can be a stressful process. But it is something that every child inevitably experiences, so I thought I would share some tips that have helped me…
When The First Day Flops
Post by Contributing Writer Amy This was it. The first day of school ever for my twins. For the last year and a half, I’d been talking to other parents about preschools, researching schools, and visiting schools all…
Transitioning to Chewable Food
Helping your child navigate through all of the changes in eating during their first few years of life can be a challenge. From the breast/bottle to pureed foods and then to table food…all of these transitions can be difficult…
Dear Teachers: Here are 10 Things Every Parent Wants You to Know
A few years ago I wrote a post titled 10 Things Every Teacher Wants You to Know (but won’t tell you). As a former first grade teacher, this post was written based on my experience in the classroom as…
A Back to School Prayer for our Kids
Sometimes I get frustrated that the Bible gives us such little explicit instruction on the task of raising children. Honestly, there are few things that matter more than raising up the next generation to love the Lord. I have…
Gender Reveal Playdough
It has been an interesting few weeks, to say the least. I found out about a month ago that I have a subchorionic hematoma and with the exception of a few days, I have pretty much been on bed…
Free Webinar: Get Kids to Listen Without Nagging, Reminding or Yelling
I am super excited about this opportunity for myself and for each of you! I’ve teamed up again with Positive Parenting Solutions to offer this FREE webinar from Amy McCready on strategies we can use to help our kids listen…
Deciding Where Your Child Should Go to School
A post that I wrote back in February is finally posted over at MomLife Today. Here is a snippet: My oldest child just turned five, which means he will be starting kindergarten in just a few short months. After wondering where on…
Children’s Books About Heaven
My heart is heavy as I write this post. Oh, how I wish we lived in a world where innocent children didn’t have to know the pain of losing a loved one! Sadly, the reality is that most children…
Sleeping Solutions for Summertime
It’s nearly summer…which means the sun is shining early and late. Although this is wonderful for plants and trees…it is often not great for getting your kids to go to bed (and stay there). What kid wants to go…
What Works for Us: Welcoming a New Sibling
When I was pregnant with Little Brother, I was terrified that our little family would be turned upside down and never be the same. I didn’t want my relationship with Big Brother to change. I was scared that I wouldn’t…