From the moment Number 5 was born, people have made comments about how beautiful she is. I cannot say this about all the other kids. Well, I can actually say that about Number 3. People have always commented on his looks also. But he’s a boy, and that’s a little different. Number 5 was a […]
Lessons I've Learned
7 Ways Intermittent Fasting Will Benefit You And Your Kids
A couple weeks ago after feeling frustrated and concerned and increasingly infuriated by my kids’ behavior, I put a ban on technology. We began a technology fast. You can’t go too far these days without reading about diets or eating philosophies that promote intermittent fasting. And current research shows that intermittent fasting is beneficial in a number […]
But I’m The Smart One
I realize I have been doing something with Number 4. And I also realize it’s not good. Last Monday when my husband and I were at the therapist we were talking about the kids. And I was telling her how it can be difficult to be Number 4’s sister because she’s fearless and outspoken and […]
HE GETS IT.
Anyone who knows me knows how I feel about my dad. HE’S THE BEST. My parents are super supportive and I love them both more than I could ever express. But my dad and I definitely have a special bond. One of the reasons for this is that I can look back on the 48 […]
Life in our house is exponentially better when limits are in place.
I had another rewarding parenting moment today. And yesterday I’m going to keep sharing these as long as they happen. Because there is a correlation between limited (or no) screen time and my kids’ overall behavior and attitude. I AM SURE OF IT. Yesterday we had a swim meet. We left the house at 8 […]
If you aren’t seriously limiting your kids’ screen time — START. Now.
Four days ago I put a ban on all electronics after the kids’ behavior and attitude took massive nose dive. There was an immediate improvement in the way they interacted with each other and the way they responded to and spoke to me in general. Some of this was due to that phenomenon that happens […]
