Motivation is what drives people to succeed in life. When one is motivated, they tend to strive harder to accomplish their goals and everyday tasks. This rings true for our children as well. When our kids are encouraged to be internally motivated, they can take things upon themselves and do tasks without being asked. This…
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BUDGET FRIENDLY HALLOWEEN IDEAS
Halloween is creeping up on us. It’s almost the spookiest time of year! It’s time to start thinking about carving pumpkins, stocking up on candy and putting the finishing touches on your family’s Halloween costumes. The truth is, Halloween can become expensive. The good news is, it doesn’t have to be. Before you break out…
THINGS NOT TO SAY TO OTHER MOMS
Being a mother can be difficult even on the best days. Let’s face it, moms work hard to do the best they can for their children on a daily basis, oftentimes sacrificing their own wellbeing for the sake of their families. Being criticized is the last thing moms need, especially after a hard day of…
8 WAYS TO HELP YOUR CHILD RECOVER FROM A NIGHTMARE
It is not uncommon for kids to have the occasional upsetting or frightening dream or nightmare but learning how to help your child to recover from one is important. Nightmares are never completely preventable, but they can be dealt with in a positive way when they occur. When nightmares do creep in, a little comfort…
20 EASY WAYS TO BOOST CONFIDENCE IN YOUR CHILD
Confidence is extremely important to your child’s happiness down the road. Not only will their confidence levels impact how happy they are, but it also has a great influence on their success and health. Confident children are much better equipped to manage responsibility, peer pressures, challenges, frustrations and both negative and positive emotions. This means, confidence…
TEACH YOUR CHILD BETTER MONEY HABITS IN 3 EASY STEPS
WHY IS LEARNING ABOUT MONEY IMPORTANT? Learning to properly manage money is an incredibly important life skill. People that are unaware of how to properly manage their funds may find themselves buried in debt with what seems like no escape. TEACH YOUR CHILD BETTER MONEY HABITS IN 3 EASY STEPS This page may contain affiliate links…
MANNERS YOU SHOULD BE TEACHING YOUR CHILD
Learning good manners helps your children to behave towards others with respect and empathy. Your little one will also gain the confidence that comes with knowing the proper things to do. Parents understand they should be teaching their kids to say “please” and “thank you,” but that’s just the tip of the manners iceberg. There…
TIPS TO STAY ORGANIZED AS A MOM
Many moms try to be the kind of mom that may as well wear a superhero costume. That’s how organized and put together they are. The good news is that you don’t require magic powers or a cape to be more organized. There are many clever ways to stay organized as a mom, and you…
8 WAYS YOUR KIDS CAN EXERCISE INDOORS
There is nothing quite as rewarding and fun as visiting the great outdoors as a family and getting some exercise in. The truth is though, some days, the weather or other responsibilities can make that difficult. It can be easy to fall into a pattern of playing video games and watching TV, but the truth…
FALL BUCKET LIST IDEAS
The time for beautiful falling leaves and delicious apple cider has almost arrived and many couldn’t be more excited. Whether you are a fan of creating your own Halloween costume or enjoying pumpkin everything, there is just something about fall that makes it a favorite season for many people. A fall bucket list is one…
