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Positive Parenting

6 lessons I wish my mom taught me that I’m teaching my children

#1—Navigate daily life. Pay attention and be kind. (Probably the simplest—and the hardest.)

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

How to make Labor Day a time of new beginnings for mamas

1. I’ll begin each day with opportunity.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Are gender roles a thing of the past? How dividing roles brought peace to our home

Dividing our gender roles can seem like a thing of the past. 

Updated Sep. 20, 2022

10 habits to shape a kind, well-adjusted child

1. Relationship. The relationship that we have with our children is the single biggest influence on them. 

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

6 ways to make toddlerhood terrific, not terrible!

The struggle is REAL. But always try to remember that many people are doing a lot more sympathizing than judging.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Why I happily do the 6 things I said I would never do as a parent

Like #5—Cook more than one dinner. You get what you get + you don’t get upset. Isn’t that what they teach in school?

Updated Oct. 12, 2021

A letter to my baby when the world seems scary

It is daunting to bring a little human heart into this world, knowing all this world can contain.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

She can sleep in my bed anytime

Why I’ll take my baby in my bed these days.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

6 encouraging phrases to say to your child every day

Encourage respectful manners and happier kiddos with these simple tips.

Updated May. 19, 2022
toddler holding a stuffed animal

A toddler’s guide to bedtime stalling—in 30 steps

STEP 20: If you see your parent backing away slowly out the door, you have one option only. “Waaaaaaaaater!!!!!!”

Updated Feb. 15, 2022

Time away from my kids is the best thing I do for myself + my family

Mommy needs a time out, to rest and recharge. And she deserves it.

Updated Nov. 30, 2022

Why one-size-fits-all child discipline doesn’t work—and what does

When you honor your child’s true nature, discipline takes on another look because it’s supportive to your children.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

8 ways to rock motherhood this summer

#1 Practice yoga—it will aid in the release of any anxieties, which will lead you to a happier, more peaceful state.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

The tantrum is not about you, mama—it’s just a tantrum

The tantrum is not an attack on your parenting. It’s just a tantrum.

Updated Mar. 23, 2023

My 3 secret ingredients to a simple, happy summer with kids

I’ve decided these are the only rules I’m really going to care about this summer.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Motherhood is an identity crisis. Here are 5 ways to embrace the new you being born

New motherhood changes you in ways you’ve never even imagined.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Want a post-baby career change? Use these 4 steps to get the job of your dreams

Step 1: Identify the times you felt “in the zone” at work. 

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Are supportive dads the secret ingredient to breastfeeding success?

Danish men believe in breastfeeding so much that it becomes a team effort rather than just a woman’s experience.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Motherhood rocked my world. Where was the village?

In our modern world, I need to work a little harder to create my village.

Updated Jan. 13, 2023

Are you a ‘good enough’ mother?

What if we decided that good-enough, is actually enough?

Updated Jan. 13, 2023
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