Most parents-to-be dream of holding their newborn baby and looking after them – and most new parents find themselves more exhausted than they ever thought possible! These newborn parenting tips can teach you how to enjoy parenting - from the very beginning. Be sure to also read these tips on dealing with newborn sleep deprivation. 9 Ways to Make the Most of Newborn … [Read more...] about 9 Ways to Make the Most of Newborn Parenting
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Anna’s Birth Story
I consider birth stories enormously important, but where, when and how to tell them can be challenging. Here is Anna's birth story - 7 years later, just as I told her other siblings' stories 7 years after the fact. It's a good thing I have journal entries to help me remember! This Is the Story of Anna's Birth Johnny and Lily were both born exactly two hours after … [Read more...] about Anna’s Birth Story
How to Help Children Develop Leadership Skills {Raising Leaders}
As parents, we want the most for our children. With more and more skilled jobs becoming automated, it is more important than ever that our children have strong leadership skills in order to succeed in the workplace. Today I am sharing some great ways to help children develop leadership skills. 5 Ways to Help Children Develop Leadership Skills Our kids need leadership … [Read more...] about How to Help Children Develop Leadership Skills {Raising Leaders}
Music and Parenting: Making the Most of this Powerful Parenting Tool
Did you know that music is one of the most powerful parenting tools out there, whether or not you are musician? Use how to combine music and parenting into the ultimate winning team. Why Music is the Ultimate Parenting Tool Music is one of my favorite parenting tools, and there are so many different ways to use it! Music is a wonderful way for parents and kids to … [Read more...] about Music and Parenting: Making the Most of this Powerful Parenting Tool
Favorite Kids’ Activities for All ages
Busy kids are happy kids! Summer vacation is coming up, and keeping kids busy is key to avoiding the summer slide and maintaining parent sanity! That's why I've put together this list featuring my favorite kids' activities for all ages! Favorite Kids' Activities Baby and Toddler Activities How do you find a safe range of activities for young children who put … [Read more...] about Favorite Kids’ Activities for All ages