Parenting
15 Tips for Successfully Working at Home with Kids of Any Age
My daughter was only seven months old when I first switched from my office job to a freelance writing position. It seemed so easy at the time. Creating a work-life balance is HARD work under any circumstances. When you’re working from home with kids, however, it’s a completely different ballgame. In our post-pandemic world, work-from-home […]
What is Cluster Feeding? Learn More About Nursing a Newborn
As soon as our babies are born, most of us realize we have no idea what taking care of a newborn actually looks like. Then, we start getting used to the new dynamics and finally develop some routines. BUT THEN our babies flip everything around, and it no longer seems like the so-called “routine” is […]
50+ Popular First Chapter Books for Kids (Including Series’, Too!)
I had a heartbreaking realization the other day. My soon-to-be eight-year-old no longer seems interested in her beloved copies of books like “Goodnight Moon,” “The Very Hungry Caterpillar,” or even “Where the Wild Things Are!” Instead of reading her the stories I found during my quest to find the best books for babies and toddlers, […]
When a Montessori Family Hits the Road: The Best Montessori Toys for Travel
Nothing fills a parent’s mind with more dread than the unexpected tantrums and embarrassing outbursts of a young child on vacation. What if they scream through our fancy dinner? What if they refuse to sit still? It’s the stuff of nightmares! Being prepared is the best antidote for parent travel anxiety. Our well-traveled family learned […]
The Witching Hour and Your Baby: A Survival Guide for Parents
In our house, the hours between 5 and 7 were a very witching time of night after our eldest was born. No, I’m not talking about demonic activity and exorcisms–I’m talking about nonstop screaming, cluster feedings, and a seemingly unappeasable newborn. Then again, when you’re in the thick of the witching hour with your baby, […]
The Ultimate Breast Milk Storage Solutions (New Moms Need To Know!)
Storing and organizing breast milk in the freezer can be a challenging task, and it’s not an extra headache new moms need! But if you plan to breastfeed while working or taking time away from baby, then having a reliable and efficient freezer storage solution is essential. In this article, I’m sharing my personal experience […]
Songs for Toddlers: 10 Spotify Playlists for Littles
You probably know that music is awesome for kids, but did you know that music promotes language development, builds emotional intelligence, and adds some zest to your child’s everyday routine? Singing songs or playing music even assists children in transitioning from one activity to the next. I’ve seen it in action at my son’s school. […]
12 Brain-Boosting Activity Songs for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Parent hack alert! Activity songs for toddlers and preschoolers are the swiss army knife of parenting tools. You never want to leave home without them. Activity songs use a special combination of music and movement to address a child’s need for connection, play, novelty, and developing their rapidly growing brain. To create this epic “play” […]