My son’s behavior went from fairly normal, to downright concerning and disruptive this past fall. My husband and I were frustrated and confused about what he might need. It felt like each morning we woke up to fight a battle of getting ready, then after school, what used to be a peaceful time was punctuated with harsh voices and misunderstanding. Thankfully, one small change made all the difference. It just took a few small habit changes. We wondered if our son needed a drastic change like a new school or counseling, but … [Read more...]
My Child Needs Glasses: Every Little Thing You Need To Know
Inside: Discover everything to need to know when you realize that "my child needs glasses." From the emotional guilt to finding the right frames, this covers it all! This post contains affiliate links The optometrist looks in my 3 year old's eyes, "Wow, I'm glad you brought him in." I stand there looking at my son...my little boy, thoughts swirling in my head. What does that mean? How bad is it? Can he really not see? It didn't take long before I saw just how bad it was. She puts up a picture the size of the big E on adult … [Read more...]
Stop Yelling At Your Kids With This One Phrase That Works….every time.
Inside: Learn how to stop yelling at your kids with this one magical phrase that will help you slow down, take a deep breath, then address the situation in a calm cool way. This post contains affiliate links. "STOP THAT!!! I DON'T LIKE THAT!" My 5-year-old screams at his brother so loudly that my ears start ringing. Then my 7-year-old bellows, "OUCH DON'T HURT ME!" Of course, that's followed by the notorious calling of "MOM!!!" My heart starts pounding. With my anger raising, I take off down the stairs, taking two at a … [Read more...]
The Best Science Podcasts For Kids Who Can’t Stop Asking Questions
Inside: Find the best science podcasts for kids who want to know everything about everything. Perfect for kids who ask their parents hundreds of questions a day about how our world works. "Mommy, can you show me what jellyfish tentacles look like?" "How about stingrays? How do they sting?" "Oh! Can you show me all the animals that sting?" My five-year-old sits next to me in the car while we wait for his preschool to open. With my phone in hand, he rattles off question after question about sea animals and how they sting, and … [Read more...]
5 Honest Truths About Breastfeeding That Every New Mom Needs To Know
Inside: Read what it's really like to breastfeed a newborn and get tips and insights to make breastfeeding more successful and enjoyable. This post was written by me on behalf of 1 Natural Way, a TRICARE breast pump provider. All opinions are entirely my own I sit, boppy wrapped around my waist, shirt down, ready to feed my baby. I have to mentally prepare myself because I know it will hurt. They tell me it's not supposed to hurt, but it HURTS. One...inhale....two....exhale...three...latch. Pins and needles stab my entire … [Read more...]
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