The 15 Toys Your Kids Might Actually Need This Year
Play with PurposeChildren change like the wind. As they grow, their interests, abilities, and educational needs change as well. But what if their toys didn’t need to change right along with them? I am here to tell you that it’s possible. When it comes to the holidays, it can be easy to make impulse purchases. But if …
SFP 82: How do you handle whining/complaining?
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Dealing with a child that whines and complains a lot is draining. In today’s episode we talk about how we can help model the kind of attitudes we want to see in our children, along with how to validate their feelings without encouraging the unwanted behavior.
SFP 81: I am terrified that my kid will choke, what should I do?
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Starting solids with your baby can be intimidating, especially when you add in the worry of choking. In today’s episode we talk about baby led weaning and how you can tell if your baby is just gagging (and why that’s totally normal) versus choking.
SFP 80: How should I handle a clingy baby?
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Most babies go through a stage with separation anxiety. Even though it’s a normal development stage, it can be hard on both mom and baby. In today’s episode, we discuss how to handle a clingy baby and still get the things we need to do done.
What I’ve Been Reading Lately
Live SimpleToday I am sharing what I have been reading lately, for better or worse! These are the five books I have been spending my time with recently. [This post contains affiliate links.] Minimalism for Families by Zoe Kim (Non-fiction) This book is a fantastic read for families looking to either dabble or dive into minimalism. …
SFP 79: SPECIAL EPISODE: How can I reduce the mental load?
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The mental load in motherhood is overwhelming. In today’s special episode, we are discussing why this matters and what we can do about it. Denaye also introduces a simple, 4-step plan to begin peeling back the layers. Want to starting unpacking the mental load together, join us!