The Mom Superpower I am Trying to Shed
#FeatureFridayI have a Mom Superpower–but not one of which I am proud. I can read an entire book to my children and have no idea what I read. Often I find that my mind will be someplace completely different while I am spending time with my kids. This is particularly true when it comes to reading. Some …
SFP 36: How can I teach kids to let go of their possessions?
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It’s not always easy to let “things” go. In today’s episode, we discuss how to keep the conversation positive with kids–along with two key questions to ask.
SFP 35: How should I discipline very young children?
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On the podcast today I am answering a question about how to discipline very young children.
SFP 34: Is it possible to have a simple birthday party?
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Birthday celebrations shouldn’t be complicated—they should be focused on what is important. In today’s episode, I discuss why we should keep celebrations small, intimate, and focused on the needs of the child.
SFP 33: Should I change my toddler’s bedroom?
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In this episode we discuss switching a child’s bedroom in anticipation of a new sibling. I also talk about making the switch from the crib to a toddler bed.
The Reason I Need You to Stop Calling My Baby “Pretty”
Parent with IntentionMy mother tells a story of the very early years of my life. I was not yet two-years-old and all I wanted was real earrings. She ultimately gave in and had my ears pierced. I loved my pretty earrings. That’s when I started chasing pretty–before my second birthday. Every stranger that I met noticed my pretty earrings. …