Posts by Stephanie Jones, Author at Motherly

Parent sitting next to kid and reviewing an allowance plan together

5 questions to ask before deciding whether to give your kids an allowance

Deciding if allowance is right for your family starts with a few thoughtful questions. These will help you teach money skills with clarity, confidence, and kindness.

Motherly, Kids, Kids Learning, Kids Resilience, Kids Teaching

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10 conversation starters that help couples feel close again

Small, open-ended prompts can lower defenses, spark curiosity, and make space for warmth again. Try one tonight. No pressure, just connection.

Motherly, Family Issues, Family Life, Health & Wellness

Brother and sister sitting next to each other reading books and talking about it

Motherly

10 ways to help your child grow into a kind, respectful human

Raising a considerate kid is not a personality lottery. It is a series of everyday choices, modeled moments, and small skills you can teach on repeat.

Motherly, Child, Child Milestones

Family Life

7 must-dos for a safe, fun family camping trip

Every parent wants the magic: sticky s’mores smiles, starry skies, kids who fall asleep the second they hit their sleeping bags. These seven must-dos help you get there safely with far fewer “oops” moments.

Family Life, Child, Entertaining

Mom getting frustrated with tween daughter who is trying to ask for something while she is working

Motherly

Mom, your tween is watching your eyebrows: 10 things to make sure they learn

Your tween is reading your face more than your rules. Model these everyday lessons at home so they pick up skills they can actually use with friends, teachers, and themselves.

Motherly, Teen, Teen Activities

Mom taking a walk through park with baby

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Baby outings: 11 ways to find baby-friendly facilities

Getting out with a baby can feel like a logistical puzzle. Use these practical strategies to quickly spot changing tables, nursing rooms, stroller access, and quiet corners so your next outing is smoother for everyone.

Motherly, Baby

Money Lessons

How 9 small money shifts can reduce financial stress for moms

You already make intelligent choices all day. These quick, low-lift money moves help you feel more in control, lower financial stress and keep family goals on track.

Money Lessons, Finances, Health & Wellness, Mental Health, Motherhood Understood, Motherly, Pregnancy, Second Trimester