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The Mom Superpower I am Trying to Shed

I 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 spendin​g 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?

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.

how to discipline young toddlers

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.

how to have a simple birthday party

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.

Should I change my toddler's bedroom?

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”

My 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. …