Do you struggle to get your kids to pitch in around the house, or even to figure out what chores they should be doing? If you’re nodding yes, you're not alone. Which is why we want to tell you about the magic of using a chore chart for kids. As parents, one of our most important jobs is teaching our kids responsibility so that they grow .... Read More
Is there anything more frustrating than your children lying to you? They're standing there, telling you a story that you KNOW just isn't true. "I didn't do it", they say...despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary. And you can't help but think 'where did I go wrong?' First off, know that if your child lies it’s not the end of the worl.... Read More
Moms are busy... like ridiculously busy. Which is why we LOVE discovering helpful life hacks! These are the kind of tips that when you hear em’ you think, “Wow, that’s awesome! Why didn’t I think of that?!?” It’s also why we’re always on the lookout for parenting hacks that help us do things better, faster, or smarter. Mom s.... Read More
Being shy gets a bad rap sometimes. Our culture often values extroverts; the kids that speak up often, make friends easily, and jump right in to share their ideas. Parents may instinctively want to help overcome shyness in children to get their kids to participate more. And while we understand the impulse, we wanted to start out by gently remindin.... Read More
If your child was being bullied or harassed at school they’d tell you right? Maybe not. Some kids feel too ashamed to talk about what's happening to them. They may also feel that telling someone could escalate the bullying, or they might be afraid they’d disappoint you by being a “victim”. That's why it's important for parent.... Read More