When motherhood ruins your college friendships, you have a choice. You can let it happen, or you can put a stop to it. You actually have one other choice as well, you can make the most of it. Let's explore your options.Being a mom does not mean losing your identity. One of the … [Read more...] about When Motherhood and College Pasts Collide
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Two Things Your Kids Don’t Need: Clutter and Stress
What does stress have to do with kids and a messy house? Everything! You have probably seen the television shows with people who hoard things until there is no room left to walk. Well, many of us have messy or cluttered homes now and then and we thank our lucky stars there is … [Read more...] about Two Things Your Kids Don’t Need: Clutter and Stress
Planning the Perfect Night In
Your Best Night In The next time nasty weather or a tight budget forces you and your family to stay indoors, keep calm and don’t panic! Make lemonade out of those proverbial lemons that life hands you, as the saying goes. With just a little creativity and a few items that you … [Read more...] about Planning the Perfect Night In
Social Media Poster: “Respect for Others”
Ranting is not something I regularly engage in but… As many of you know, I volunteer for Parents Anonymous of New Jersey, a leader in the prevention of child abuse. If you have read many of my posts you will also know that I struggle with anger/rage issues. For me, the … [Read more...] about Social Media Poster: “Respect for Others”
Your Stubborn Toddler and Bath Time
Bath time is not always something toddlers look forward to, and because of this, it can be hard on mom and dad as well. Instead of fighting a kicking, screaming, splashing toddler to take a proper bath, let's look at some ways to make bath time fun for stubborn toddlers:1. Tub … [Read more...] about Your Stubborn Toddler and Bath Time
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to