The truth is, these discussions can be uncomfortable if you never have them. This is a conversation that you will regularly need because they are learning and need to be taught. To get something ingrained in your mind, you need repetition. You are also battling against biases that are in the world that they see on the daily. So what is a parent to do? What are some ways that you can make sure your home and parenting are diverse?
Read MoreMommy guilt is high as we have taken on roles as teachers AND caregivers. We are the lunch lady and the chef for dinner. There are working from home mothers and Stay at home mothers who desperately need a break. Instead of saying who has it harder I wanted to come together and give you some survival tips.
Read MoreDiscipline is a VERY sensitive subject when it comes to parenting. Everyone is different just like every child is different. I will say that this blog is not going to talk about a specific parenting position(i.e gentle, mainstream etc) It will talk about the things I have incorporated in my discipline regimen coming from a child who was abused. Now, I have head numerous of times "Spare the rod spoil the child". As someone who has been hit with fishing poles, extension cords, paddles, fist, belts, belt buckles, choked etc I am not one for corporal punishment at all.
Read MoreShopping for a double stroller can be so time consuming and overwhelming. With so many on the market, you may not know where to start. Well, Let me help you
Read MoreParenting is a lot of things but the main word I would use to describe it is...HUMBLING. Everyone thinks they have an idea of what to expect. Many people before kids utter the sentence "Well MY kid would NEVER do _____" It's a cute sentiment that you truly believe that you will call the shots for everything.
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