This was my dilemma about five years ago. I am a boy mom. At that time my boys were eleven and seven years old respectively. Every day I felt like I was drowning. So many demands and not enough time. There had to be another way. How could I give my boys more autonomy with the confidence to start taking on age-appropriate responsibilities? My solution was to teach them goal-setting principles. The objective was making them conscious goal setters. This literally saved my sanity. Here are some tangible changes I saw with my boys. Read More
Dad’s Time-Lapse Video of Kids Growing Up Every Week Will Have You In Tears
The latest installment of “Portrait of Lotte” takes her into adulthood, and we were not prepared. Not only does her appearance change, but her mannerisms, style, and emotions evolve, too. Read More
Giveaway: Pirate Adventure Playdate in a Box
We’re giving away this award-winning playdate in a box, Pirate Adventure Playdate in a Box to 6 lucky winners! Enter for your chance to win by 12/13/19! Read More
“Fiver” Birthday Parties Are On The Rise, Here’s What They Are
Not only does it cut down on the dicey process of children opening up dozens of presents in front of their guests (and potentially having less-than-stellar responses to repeat gifts, for example), it allows the birthday child to put their gifts towards something they’ve been saving up for, or maybe an experience, like a movie at the theater or a season pass to the museum. Read More
Weekly Roundup: Award-Winning Adult Self-Help Books + More! 11/10 – 11/16
This week’s Roundup of Mom’s Choice Award winners features a TON of self-help books for adults, educational books for the kids, toys and more! Read More
Interview With Heidi Stock, Creator of Whistlefritz CARNAVAL
The benefits of learning a second language are myriad. There are obvious benefits – such as being able to communicate with more people and learn about other cultures – but there are less obvious benefits too. Research shows that bilinguals develop stronger cognitive and brain processes that enable them to function better in areas that are both related and unrelated to speaking another language. Read More
4 Ways Your Family Can Practice Gratitude This November
No matter what you decide to do this holiday season, remember to take pauses to think about, verbalize, and act out your thankfulness. Not only are you doing yourself a favor, but you’re teaching your kids tools to be healthier, more well-rounded members of society. Read More
Weekly Roundup: Books About Being Thankful, Games, Apps + More! 10/27 – 11/9
This week’s Roundup of Mom’s Choice Award winners features coloring books about being thankful (just in time for Thanksgiving!), educational apps, books, games & more! Read More
Giveaway: Sea Kids God’s Gift Christmas Bundle
We’re giving away this award-winning Christmas bundle, The God’s Gift Christmas Bundle (Book with Toys) to 1 lucky winner! Enter for your chance to win by 11/29/19! Read More
How to Prepare for the Future When You Have a Special Needs Child
What happens if you are unable to care for your special needs child in the future? Prepare for this possibility now to ensure their security and promote your own peace of mind. Get started with these tips. Read More