Guest post by Patricia Cornwell: We all know that kids are little balls of constant energy. They love painting, coloring and creating crafts. These activities are not only fun, but are also vital for children’s development. Using their creativity and imagination in addition to coordinating fine View Post
Why I Like My Boss WAY Better Than My Toddler
I recently came home from a long day at the office. I had missed my family something fierce - as I do every day. Being a working mother IS hard - regardless of how much you like your career and ADORE your job! As with anything hard in life, we have to find some positive attributes to make them seem View Post
Keep Your Nanny And Babysitter Happy!
I recently wrote an article about our interview process for hiring babysitters and nannies. It is really true what they say: “good help IS hard to find!” Once you have found a good caregiver for your children you will want to keep your nanny and babysitter happy! - cling on to them like only a View Post
Parenting is Hard! – And Then These Things Happen…
I am just going to put this out there: PARENTING IS HARD! Ok, I said it - and I am sure you agree, unless you don’t have any kids yet (because then you confidently have all the answers and solutions). But if you consider any number of children yours by birth, adoption, default or surprise then you View Post
Pen > Paper > Heart: Dear Neighbor
Dear Neighbor, When they say that having a child changes everything, it turns out they mean everything. Not just the obvious stuff—your priorities, your sleep schedule—but also unexpected things, including the way you relate to the people across the street. With that in mind, I’ve made you a View Post
Sell Your Cloth Diapers For Top Dollars!
When your toddler has potty trained and your days of keeping up with the latest prints or seasonal cloth diapers are over, it is time to de-stash. Rid your house, once and for all of your beloved collection of fluff! Last week I reviewed where to donate your diapers. But if you (like me) have told View Post
Cash and Good Karma For Your Old Cloth Diapers
Your toddler has FINALLY reached the stage of wearing underwear all day - and maybe even at night! Now you are left with your beautiful rainbow of cloth diapers, your stash - the fluff you took such pride in collecting over the past two to three years. These diapers share a history with you and your View Post
End Teething Pain Once & For All!
This week's article in the series "How to Love Your Toddler from Tantrum to Triumph" helps you put an end to your baby's and toddler's teething woes. We have had very different teething experiences with all four of our children. I think with prior knowledge comes a sense of calm, and the View Post
Potty Training? You Need to Know These Secrets to Success
Are you potty training? You need to know these secrets to success. 7 steps to successful potty training shared from a mother of four boys. Get our potty training secrets to ensure your success! If you have a toddler in your house, I am sure your bedtime routine looks similar to ours. The little View Post