It’s Almost Mother’s Day – Do You Remember Those Early Sleepless Nights?
Heroes, Mother's Day is almost here (and yes, that's a reminder for some of you. ahem). What are you doing to celebrate Mom? And moms, do you remember what life was like when you had a small baby? Oh, those nights! I'll tell you a story about that shortly. But first:...
5 Things Teenagers’ Parents Need to Teach Them About Driving
If you are a parent of a teenager who is almost old enough to drive, you probably have heart palpitations when you think about it. However, there are five things you need to teach your teen about driving to keep him safe and to help you keep your sanity as well....
A Special Touch: Inspiring DIY Projects that Make your Nursery Shine
When it comes time to decorate your nursery, adding some personal touches can help make it feel like a part of your home. If you want to add some flair to your new nursery, here are some creative DIY projects that will help you welcome your little one with inspiration...
Building a Better Student: Students of Divorce
Michelle has an interesting dilemma. She and Ryan divorced four years ago, and today they share custody of their pre-teen son and 13-year-old daughter. Many split families understand exactly the frustration that Michelle is experiencing. Ryan does not share her...
Spring is Here! 4 fun Springtime Outfit Ideas For Your Daughter
Spring has sprung! Time to ditch those winter boots and coats and slip into something more comfortable (and fashionable)! No one is more excited about shaking the Winter blues than children. Little girls are especially excited about all of the fun and pretty clothes...
Pictures Worth a Thousand Words: Discovering Your Child’s Learning Type
Every child has a different learning style. That is, one child learns best by working with hands-on activities, while another child might learn better understand with flash cards. Neither learning style is superior, but it's important to recognize the differences in...
How to Help Your Kids Overcome the Five Most Common Fears Among Young Children
Childhood fears are natural, but can also be frustrating and disheartening for parents. Since young children often have trouble separating fantasy from reality and communicating their feelings, it's often difficult to know what they're afraid of or why. Here are five...
Five Temporary Solutions to Personalize your Child’s Room
Moms and dads are always looking for temporary ways to decorate a child's room. However, remembering children are full of happy, sloppy, unusual, exceptional and very individual personalities can make or break even the most adventurous room personalizing-inclined...
Monday Give Away Linky, Spring May Actually Be Here Edition
Heroes, the weather was pleasant today! I decided to mow the lawn. That didn't go well. First, the battery was so run down that it couldn't start. The Mercenary and I tried to recharge it for a while. In the meantime we worked on cutting out a shrub he burned down...
How To Make Your Spring Cleaning Easier This Time Around
Spring is the time of year that everyone looks forward to. No more snowy days or cold nights. And the weather is typically so enjoyable outside that you get out and do more. Unfortunately, before you can truly enjoy your spring, it’s likely that your home will need a...