Kids are expensive! I don’t regret having them, but all the clothes, food, and other things they need drain my bank account. That’s one reason why I like to sew — I can make clothes cheaper than I can buy them.
Kids
How to Create a Stress-free Environment for Your Children
As an adult, you’re probably used to some form of stress. What you may not know is that stress can also be a part of your child’s life. As a parent, it’s important to be aware of your children’s stress levels and stressors and create a space where they can relax and recharge. Here’s how… →
How to Handle Curiosity in Children
“How do we spell gorilla?” “Why don’t we see stars during the day?” “Where do babies come from?” “Why do animals not speak?” If you are a parent (or even if you are not) to young children, I am sure you will be totally able to relate with such constant bombardment of questions that they… →
6 Natural Ways to Help Your Child Fall Asleep at Night
Having a child can be an incredible experience, but it can also be a difficult one. No one ever seems to tell new parents everything they can expect to face, and that includes the difficulty many parents face attempting to helping their child fall asleep. Everyone knows that parents don’t get much sleep, but did… →
Summer Bucket List of 30 Free and Fun Things To Do With Your Kids
Ah, summertime! A time for relaxing, iced tea and BBQ’s. When I think of the word “summer,” my mind gravitates to warm breezes, beaches, and doing a whole lot of NOTHIN! That is, until I remember, “Oh, those three kids running around are mine, and they sort of need entertaining now that they’re off school.”… →
7 Tips for Parenting an Active Toddler
If you read the words “active toddler” and wondered if that applied to your little one, let me save you some time. It doesn’t. However, if you read the term “active toddler,” snort-laughed, and thought something along the lines of “yeah, try toddlernado,” or “I hadn’t realized terrorizing the villagers was an activity” this post… →
How to Do Preschool Activities at Home (Without Spending a Dime)
Doing preschool activities with your child at home is like setting up an emotional (and academic) trust fund for your kids. You are building a “fund” of experiences that your child will be able to draw upon for the rest of their life. The best part is that you can create this trust fund of… →
6 Practical Ways to Teach Your Toddler Chores and Responsibility
“Mommy, can I help you?” My two year old asks me this question almost every day and while it’s sometimes tempting to say I’ll do it myself (because that would be quicker than having her help me), I know that letting her help me is teaching her some important skills and independence. I think most… →
The Important Bond Between Children and Grandparents
There is something very special about the bond between grandparents and their grandchildren. Not only do grandparents get to extend the love of their own children to their grandchildren, but they get to experience the joys of raising their children all over again – without the full-on responsibility of everyday care. Children benefit greatly from… →
20 Rainy Day Activities to Do With Kids
We’ve all been there— the rainy day with cooped up kids. I’ve found that when the kids are driving you nuts the best thing to do is take some time to give to them my full attention, even if it’s just for a short amount of time. Here are some suggestions for brightening a rainy… →