Childhood is full of pressure these days. It seems to start almost the instant they become toddlers. The very moment that they show signs of “independence”, people feel compelled to define the expectations. Put on your own shoes. Clean up your own mess. Pick up all of your toys. Make your bed. Pour your cereal. …
“Mom I need a snack”, “Mom when is dinner going to be ready?”, “Mom (insert siblings name here) is bugging me”. These are the outside noises that are constantly being yelled, shouted, screamed and bellowed every single day. As a mom these are the outside stressors that are common to all mom’s, but what about …
A few months ago it seemed like there was a heavy focus on competition among moms. The media loves a good conflict, and jumped at the chance to get moms talking/fighting about who works harder and various other things. It worked, for a few weeks. But then we all went back to our lives. …
April 22 is no ordinary day. First of all, it is my sisters birthday, and for anyone who knows her, they would agree with me that her birthday falling on Earth day is a perfect match. She is 21 and her love for the gardening and nature is unlike any I have ever seen. It …
The more parenting articles I read each week, the more I begin see yet another shift in the way people view parenting. There’s a bit of a negative spin out there right now, and has me concerned. Twice in the last week I’ve read articles (in popular magazines) stating that we, as parents, spend too …