Walking with a 2 Year Old
Have you ever been for a walk with a 2 year old child? In my mind this a perfect way to summarize 2 year old behavior. 2 year old behavior…
Culture of Kindness Part 2
Earlier this year I wrote a post about teaching kindness to our kids by studying world geography in homeschool: Homeschool: Culture of Kindness. I had to write a part 2…
Be Tough and Gentle
Today I have some positive parenting tips. Sometimes as parents we need to be gentle, loving, and compassionate when our kids make mistakes. Other times our kids need us to…
How to Pack a Diaper Bag
Packing and carrying a diaper bag is essential when you have a baby, toddler, or both. I've been packing and carrying a diaper bag for over 20 years now, since…
How Not to Parent
Parenting is a big deal to me. Before I was a parent I wanted to learn all I could to get this parenting thing right. When I took a class…
Juggling Your Baby and Toddler
Caring for a baby and toddler can be a huge challenge. I have some hard earned tips that can help.
Parenting Fails and Wins
All parents make mistakes, and that can make you feel like a bad parent. Remember all the good you do.
Parenting with Holidays: What do they mean?
Parents get the bulk of the holiday work, along with extra enjoyment watching their kids. Holidays are about more than work and fun, though.
A C-section
After 7 vaginal births, baby #8 was born via c-section. This is the story of his birth and my recovery.
I Bring the Party With Me
Having a big family may not be a picnic, but it does feel like a party. Here's a peek into our big family life.