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Looking for the best thanksgiving board books for toddlers? I bet you’ll find a top pick in this list of over 30 toddler Thanksgiving board books. Fall in Florida is …

Am I pregnant? This is a common question, especially among first-time moms. In this post, we’ll discuss the 7 signs that you are pregnant. I remember the first time I …

Learn how to change your parenting style with this comprehensive guide. Delve into the intricacies of understanding your current approach, recognizing the need for adaptation, and overcoming the challenges of …

Do parenting styles change when we have more children? Yes, as families grow, parenting styles naturally adapt, shaped by each child’s uniqueness, parental experience, and evolving family dynamics. This fluid process …

As a parent navigating the bewildering task of raising kids, the concept of parenting styles probably sounds familiar. But do we truly know and understand our parenting styles and how they …

Are the differences in parenting styles ruining your marriage? Learn how to agree on parenting styles when they clash! Are you and your partner stuck in a never-ending battle over …

Have you ever encountered parents who seem to run their households with an iron fist, leaving little room for negotiation or discussion? This style of parenting, often referred to as authoritarian …

Ever wondered what happens when parents take a backseat in their kids’ lives? Well, that’s where uninvolved parenting comes into play. Also known as neglectful parenting, it’s like the ultimate hands-off …

Ever heard of authoritative parenting? It’s a balanced parenting style that’s all about setting clear rules but also being super responsive and supportive. Unlike those strict or overly laid-back approaches, …

We’re all on this incredible journey called parenting, and along the way, we’ve stumbled upon this interesting term: Permissive Parenting. It goes by a few names like indulgent or lenient parenting, and …

It can be hard to feel as though we’re doing anything right as parents and as though we’re bound to mess our kids up. Knowing the importance of parenting styles, …

Do you miss some of your grandparents’ stories or are you looking for a deeper connection through family history? Here’s how to preserve family history with older relatives. How much …

Thinking about having a baby or have one on the way?  Sometimes your first child needs some help accepting that his or her life is about to change, dramatically.  These …

We’re getting a flood of parenting advice, but is it always good? Heck no! Common and well-intentioned conversations can simply be, unfortunately, bad parenting advice.  Here’s why…

If you know anyone with little ones or are a mother yourself, then you are most likely aware of the dreaded sleep regression. If not, and you’ve stumbled on this …

It’s official!  Your kids are back to school and you’re back to making lunches that they just don’t want to eat.  Want to know how to get your child to …

As we approach Father’s Day, I wanted to reflect on why active fathers are important in their children’s lives. This is how dads contribute to the growth and development of …

Though I like to find the easiest ways to make my homemaking simpler, every now and again I have to put some effort in.  One of my favorite methods is …

Spending the time preparing postpartum freezer meals was THE smartest things I did during my second pregnancy.   Make-ahead freezer meals for moms to make while pregnant saves time preparing food …

Trying to decide whether or not to take the epidural during labor? Please Don’t Take It!  This is what you should know about the risks of the epidural during labor. …