How To End Power Struggles With Kids
We spend and awful lot of time telling kids what to do. Wear this, not that, eat this, not that, eat now, not now, go to bed, get up, take a bath, brush your teeth, use the potty, get in the car, get...
View Article21 Best Positive Parenting Books
You’re going to need the best positive parenting books if you’re reading books to influence yourself to be a positive parent. And of course there are 175,951,681,351,684,201,871,014 parenting books to...
View ArticleI Never Punish My Child – 10 Reasons Why
That’s right, I absolutely NEVER punish my child. If I’m being completely honest I did punish him once, I guess just to give it a try. It felt so completely wrong that I’ve never even been tempted...
View ArticleOvercome Your Positive Parenting Obstacles (In 4 Steps!)
You can do it! Let’s just start there. You can find the positive parenting obstacles in your life, and you can overcome them! How do I know? Because I believe that you love your kids and want the best...
View Article50 Positive Parenting Quotes to Inspire You
Positive parenting quotes are one tool you can use to positively influence your thinking about your parenting. Here are a handful of MY favorite positive parenting quotes. What would YOU add? Every day...
View Article70 Ways To Be A Positive Parent Right Now
Need some ways to be a positive parent right this minute? Sometimes my days get stressful, and I’m always looking for those little ways to be a positive parent that are quick, easy, and connect me to...
View ArticleThe Get Started Guide to Positive Parenting
Who needs a guide to positive parenting? Maybe we all do. If you’re thinking about making the switch, a guide to positive parenting can really come in handy. But even though I’ve been at it for years,...
View Article5 Things Your Toddler Wants to Tell You
Your toddler doesn’t have a lot of language skills. Sharing their big feelings is hard. Here’s what your toddler would say to you if they could. These simple, powerful sentiments will touch your heart....
View ArticleThe Strangers Your Kids Should Talk To
We all talk to strangers all the time. There are checkout clerks, restaurant servers, bank tellers, mail carriers, doctors and nurses. Solicitors on the phone or someone calling from the utility...
View Article5 Ways to Share Peacefulness With Your Child
Peacefulness is sometimes an elusive goal. As a busy parent it can be difficult to find quiet moments to share your value of peace. Try these ideas for bringing peacefulness into your home. If you’re...
View Article5 Stories from Your Childhood to Share with Your Kids
Your life before kids was a rich landscape of the experiences that made you YOU. Now that you have children, you can take this opportunity to remember and share the best parts of your own childhood....
View ArticleFinding and Sharing Resiliency With Your Child
Glass exploded through my kitchen. That’s what happens when you throw a mason jar. I didn’t really throw it. But my hand holding the glass was in motion when it collided with the stone countertop, and...
View Article45 Things To Do With A 6 Month Old Baby
You’ve got this baby… now what? Babies can be a lot of fun! Here are 45 ideas to spark your imagination and help the two of you connect. EVERYDAY PLAY – Activities that all babies love and will enjoy...
View Article18 Baby Sensory Activities – Quick, Easy, Cheap, Fun!
You’re home with your baby and wondering how to best enjoy your time. Never fear! How about these baby sensory activities? They don’t require a lot of setup, and you’re both going to have fun! Mirror...
View ArticleWhy I Don’t Teach My Child To Swim
“No, stop! No! I don’t want to! Help!” How often do I hear those words at the pool or the lake? Sadly, way too often as parents force their terrified children to float, swim, or be alone in the water....
View ArticleThe Diva Cup – Solve All Your Menstrual Problems
I’m gonna tell you everything you need to know about the Diva Cup. Because it’s an unfortunate fact that many women are bothered and inconvenienced by their monthly menstruation. It’s no surprise,...
View ArticleCompost Beginner – Tips to Get Started, Even If You’re A Renter
If you’re a compost beginner, never fear! Composting is one of my favorite things in the world, and you’re going to love it, too! I mean, think about it… you can take your trash and turn it into...
View ArticleHomesteading Gifts – Beautiful Books for Your Homesteader
Homesteading gifts? Christmas is right around the corner, and you need the right gift for the homesteader in your life. I’ve found a collection of lovely illustrated books from author Celia Lewis. All...
View Article19 Toddler Science Activities – Quick, Cheap, Easy, Fun
It’s not too early to try toddler science activities with your little one! Don’t think of it as education. Instead, think of it as new ideas for having fun. You’ll be teaching new words and showing off...
View ArticleBright Summer Salsa Recipe
I know it’s only February, but I have been spring dreaming the last few days! I’m ready to break out my tank tops and swing on a hammock in a gentle breeze. Sure, it might snow tomorrow, but my mood is...
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