I am sure that you have received many warnings about the toddler phase by the time your baby turned one. You may have heard about the "terrible twos." Or maybe, you have witnessed a toddler throwing a major tantrum at the grocery store. Like the teen years, the toddler years have a reputation for being difficult. But I believe that it doesn't have to be that way for you. In fact, the toddler years can be some of the most joyful, fun, and exciting times you can experience as a mother. … [Read more...] about How to Enjoy the Toddler Years
Sensational Quotes for Busy Moms You Need to See
Motherhood is beautiful but challenging. Every now and then we need something to help us persevere through the hard times. Positive quotes and affirmations have always helped me. Today I want to share with you 28 of my favorite quotes for busy moms to help you stay positive. Pin this for later Once you start replacing positive thoughts for negative ones, you will get positive results. Just as the needs of my children matter, so do my own. The … [Read more...] about Sensational Quotes for Busy Moms You Need to See
How to Raise Children With Good Character
Raising kids with good character is one of my big goals. It is harder today more than ever to do that with many broken families, loss of values in society, the internet and violent video games to name a few. These factors and a bunch more make parenting especially challenging today. But, it is still possible to raise kids with good character in the midst of all of that. Do you want to know how? Let me walk you through some key steps to raising a child with good character. Lead … [Read more...] about How to Raise Children With Good Character
11 Special Traits Seen in Great Moms
It’s not easy to be a great mom. Some of us didn’t have the best examples to follow growing up. And it’s not a skill taught in school. You either have to educate yourself or learn on the job. Even though there are many parenting styles, successful moms share many of the same attributes that give their kids the best chance for success and happiness. Most moms naturally have a few of these attributes but must develop some of the others. I have spent some time studying other great moms … [Read more...] about 11 Special Traits Seen in Great Moms
How to Better Communicate With Your Toddler
What is he saying? Why is he crying? What does he need? I have asked myself these questions many times when dealing with my toddler. Sometimes I would even get frantic trying to figure out what he was trying to say. I could tell he was trying to communicate with me, but I struggled with understanding him. After taking some time to really patient attention to what was going on, I got better at communicating with my toddler. Now, I want to share what I have learned to help you … [Read more...] about How to Better Communicate With Your Toddler
How to Prevent Terrible Twos from Being Terrible
When I had my first son I always anticipate what everyone called the terrible twos. My little guy was super sweet and loving. Shortly after his second birthday the tantrums and the screaming started. At that point, I knew I was in the terrible twos territory. The "Terrible Twos" is really an unfortunate term. It tends to set new parents, in particular, up to be apprehensive about their two-year-old. It also causes parents to worry unnecessarily when "Terrible Twos" behavior manifests … [Read more...] about How to Prevent Terrible Twos from Being Terrible
5 Ways to Spend Quality Time with Your Kids
Being a busy mom with young kids can be lots of fun and challenging. Especially when you are trying to find time to spend with your little ones. After a long day at work and taking care of the house, you find that there isn't much time left to spend with your kids. So how do you balance and spend quality time with your kids? Great question! I got a few mom friends to help me answer that question and share how they spend quality time with their kids. Val | Thoughtful Neighbor Every … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Spend Quality Time with Your Kids
How to Make Bath Time Fun for Your Toddler
My oldest son lives for bath time. His face lights up with joy whenever I mention getting in the tub. And I am sure that he would happily spend a large portion of his life there if you would allow it. But my youngest son, however, could not stand taking a bath. I would have to bring him in screaming to the tub. And I didn't get a moment's peace until the bath is over. It baffled me. Why was one kid in love with the water and the other one hated it? The fact is that many toddlers are … [Read more...] about How to Make Bath Time Fun for Your Toddler
How to Increase Your Family Harmony
I always envisioned my house to be filled with happy kids running around having a good time. And I am chatting with my husband who thinks I am amazing at everything. My house looks like something from a movie with perfect family harmony. The reality is my kids are usually running around, but end up in tears because someone was playing too rough or they forgot to use their brakes. My husband doesn't actually think I am amazing at everything. And my house does not look like a movie. We … [Read more...] about How to Increase Your Family Harmony
How to Get Started Teaching Your Toddler Manners
Your toddler is growing up and learning a lot! They are perfecting walking amongst other other motor skills. Your toddler is also undergoing emotional development and making strides in verbal communication. During this time of language development, teaching your little one manners is the opportune time. By making "please" and "thank you" some of the first words they learn, you are paving the way for manners to become a good habit. And habits formed and reinforced this at this stage … [Read more...] about How to Get Started Teaching Your Toddler Manners