Exercise is so important for parents, especially if you’re a writer and constantly sitting on your fat ass at the computer. You need to get up and move! I’ve been slacking lately because my daughter is 21 months and at that age where she’s all over the place. I find myself dropping her off at the YMCA day care and joining other parents plopped in front of their computers or books just to get work done. Continue reading “EVERY MAMA NEEDS EXERCISE: WALK, RUN, BIKE, SWIM…JUST GET OUT & MOVE!”
MOM + WRITER: HOW TO JUGGLE PARENTHOOD & FIND TIME TO WRITE
Being a writer isn’t easy. Being a mom is even harder. Doing both simultaneously is huge juggling act.
Amid all of this, I went to the West Coast Writer’s Conference this weekend. It was 3 days of non-stop workshops packed with valuable information. Continue reading “MOM + WRITER: HOW TO JUGGLE PARENTHOOD & FIND TIME TO WRITE” →
Sharing Parental Roles and Consistency
Sharing parental roles reduces stress in the family and enforces consistency in children. Kids rely on their parents being consistent with them and developing a routine. Continue reading “Sharing Parental Roles and Consistency” →
Cry It Out: When Should Parents Let Their Child Cry?
There are various types of parenting techniques. It’s been a big debate to let your child cry it out or not. We don’t let our child cry it out and usually rock her, if she is having a hard time falling asleep. But, this week I finally let her cry it out and it worked. She fell asleep within 5 minutes. Continue reading “Cry It Out: When Should Parents Let Their Child Cry?” →
Children Find The Littlest Things Exciting: Lessons Learned by New Parents
It’s exciting getting your child engaged in new surroundings. I get a kick out of watching my daughter’s sheer amazement at every little thing no matter how mundane they may seem to be. Continue reading “Children Find The Littlest Things Exciting: Lessons Learned by New Parents” →
Attachment Anxiety in Babies, Toddlers, & Kids: Dealing With Strong Bonds
Attachment anxiety in toddlers is normal, but it isn’t always easy to deal with as a parent. As a child, I was clingy with my mom and now, I suppose, that trait has been passed down to my daughter. It’s not like we’ve got a family secret recipe on, “How to make your baby clingy.” Continue reading “Attachment Anxiety in Babies, Toddlers, & Kids: Dealing With Strong Bonds” →
My Healthy Version of Cabbage Rolls With Tomato Sauce
Ever since I tried frozen microwavable cabbage rolls with tomato sauce, I was hooked! The only problem it was super expensive. Try $7 or so for 2 stupid little cabbage rolls! Continue reading “My Healthy Version of Cabbage Rolls With Tomato Sauce” →
Why We Should All Appreciate Our Child & Our Important Role As Parents
It’s easy to allow ourselves to not appreciate our time with our children because being a parent isn’t always fun. Being a parent is the single hardest job, in my opinion, that any human will ever do. We don’t always appreciate our job as a mom or a dad because we’re not always good at it. Most of us will always be novices, learning along the way and making a bunch of mistakes. But, we get up the next day and we try a little harder. Continue reading “Why We Should All Appreciate Our Child & Our Important Role As Parents” →
I’m Sick of Elmo: My Toddler’s Red, Furry Obsession!
Elmo is everywhere in our home. He’s taken over and living rent-free. Ever since our daughter laid eyes on him on Sesame Street, it’s been love at first sight! Continue reading “I’m Sick of Elmo: My Toddler’s Red, Furry Obsession!” →
Molluscum Contagiosum: Most Common Toddlers & Kids Skin Condition
When our daughter was 8-months we noticed tiny little bumps on her legs. At first, we thought it was a little rash and it would go away. Our pediatrician even thought so and gave us steroid cream. But, when it didn’t go away, we ended up getting referred to a dermatologist. Continue reading “Molluscum Contagiosum: Most Common Toddlers & Kids Skin Condition” →