Even before becoming a parent, you hear about the terrible twos and threenager. But What if the breakdowns in emotions are more than just wanting to get their way? What is the difference between a tantrum and a meltdown? This article will help you not only find the difference but also learn how to handle a meltdown.
Read MoreAs an Autistic/ADHD Adult, raising two neurodivergent kids. It’s nice to be able to watch a cartoon where we all see ourselves. I share what convinced me that Bluey is neurodivergent as well.
Read MoreSummer is here and in the last two years many are venturing out for the first summer. Here are some fun activities you can do with your kids.
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 MoreWe have all heard the adage, it takes a village to raise a child. It’s true, but sadly in the time we live, that village isn’t as readily available as it use to be. Big mama doesn’t live next door, Aunts and Uncles live across the country from one another. Neighbors hardly speak to one another. So if you aren’t blessed to live near family, what are you going to do?
Read MoreNo one tells you that it’s ok to be angry, no one tells you that it’s ok to have your own feelings and that it doesn’t make you a bad mother. You can be angry and not act on that anger.
Read MoreIf you have a special needs child, you may start to think of ways to help make their life a little easier. I noticed he was wearing a pair of red shorts a little more than his other pairs, and, After talking with my son, I realized he liked snaps on his pants instead of buttons. It makes it easier for him to be a little more independent. So I set off to find a tailor so I could get this done professionally.
Well, I thought to myself and realized that would mean I would have to drop off said clothing, pick it up and wait a few days until I could pick them up. I didn’t have that kind of time,
Read Morehis past August my husband and I had our very first trip without the children. It was such a restful getaway and one that was international. To say I was a little nervous is an understatement. …..Here are some essentials that you need when leaving your children behind so you can ENJOY your time and reconnect as a couple.
Read MoreAugust is breastfeeding awareness month, with the last week of August dedicated to Black Breastfeeding Awareness Week. If you had told me six years ago that I would have breastfed two children over the age of one, I would have laughed at you. I knew I wanted to breastfeed, but I also KNEW I wouldn’t do it longer than one year of age because….EWWW GROSS( So said childless Amber lol)
Read MoreThere are also things you may be SURE you will NEVER do with your child, and when they get here, you may change your mind and realize the stuff that swore you would never do are the exact things that save your sanity. No matter who you ask people will tell you that every child is different, but people are quick to judge when you raise YOUR child different from them.
Read MoreThis week the FDA announced that they are releasing a drug that can help a mother with PPD. I have to say that as a mom who suffered from PPD I was intrigued. The new drug is Brexanolone and will…
Read MoreOne thing I have learned through therapy, everyone has had some trauma in their lives. Of course, some may look worse than others on the outside, but to the person affected by the ordeal, it’s a big deal and can be…
Read MoreMotherhood is not a monolith. We all have different backgrounds and life experiences that shape the mother we are. Here are some things I’ve gone through personally (and a few other moms I’ve come to know) that many people don’t speak up about.
Read MoreTampa Bay has new restaurants popping up every weekend it seems like. We like some chain restaurants but our favorites to check out are the local ones that are Tampa Bay grown and operated. These restaurants are ones that I take EVERYONE too when they come to visit us. I love them and I know you will too.
Read MoreIf you have a child in the school system you KNOW how their little immune systems can fail them. A barrage of germs every day means that they will share the love with the family back home. I personally got into essential oils because this year is my sons first year of school. I needed something for all of us to put up a defense.
Read MoreNo one is EVER on men's pages or asking them who is watching their kid when they are out and about alone. Women are more than mothers; we have lives and an identity that encompasses more than just the mother title. When a father steps up and helps with raising his children that gives mom a break to go after her dreams and aspirations which in turn makes her happy. A happy spouse makes for a happy house(children included)
Read MoreI know there are a lot of smartwatches or tracking devices on the market and this article isn't going to be too technical. I will, however, share with you the 8 reasons I love my apple watch. I hope that this helps you if you are looking to purchase a smartwatch in the future.
Read MoreBy the time MY kids were born I had more than Cabin Fever. I was O-V-E-R seeing my furniture and sitting in bed. Both of my children were born at the start of flu season so I knew I had to take precautions ie. wash hands before I touched them(or use hand sanitizer) Make sure that no one would touch them. Make sure they had a cover over them etc. I also reasoned that since I was breastfeeding they would get some antibodies and that was a plus side.
Read MoreIf you are a family with little ones you may think you have to wait to travel. Not necessarily, Traveling when your children are toddlers can be a fun experience and it can you SAVE you money. It’s all about planning and being flexible. You may not be able to do everything on your vacation wishlist but you can still have fun making memories and traveling as a family.
Read MorePacking can be such an overwhelming experience and when you add children to the mix it can really stress you out. Well, I am here to put you at ease.
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