Preschool – Cost Versus Benefit
Posted in Parenting, Toddlers & Preschoolers on 03. Jan, 2010
Whether or not you’re trying to decide if your child should go at all, or what type of school to choose, it’s important to weigh the pros and the cons.
Category : Toddlers & Preschoolers
Struggle With Your Temper? You’re Not Alone!
Posted in Infants, Just For You, Parenting, Relationships, Toddlers & Preschoolers on 09. Dec, 2009
We all have those moments. Whether it’s sleep deprivation, too much on our plates, or a particularly rough moment during the day – we find ourselves frustrated and angry. Having little kids can be hard sometimes, and we moms are only human. Whether you work outside of the home and have to juggle all sorts of priorities, or are a stay-at-home mom who feels swamped by motherhood – it can be challenging sometimes. Temper tantrums out in public, battles of the will over broccoli, and the pressure of always being “on” are enough to make most people frazzled at best.
How To Be A Fantastic Parent (Guest Post)
Posted in Infants, Parenting, Relationships, Toddlers & Preschoolers on 07. Dec, 2009
Once you have kids the responsibility of raising, educating and loving these little people is instantly bestowed upon you. As parents we have a very important role in shaping our kids to be good contributing members of society.
Nielsen Figures Show That Kids Are Watching Too Much TV
Posted in Parenting, Toddlers & Preschoolers on 31. Oct, 2009
We’ve all been there. It’s the end (or the beginning…) of a long day, and we just need a few minutes to have a cup of coffee, grab a shower, or tackle the dishes. So we put in a movie.
Now, I’m all about moderation. I’m not one of those parents who think that movies and [...]
How to Handle Those Embarassing Moments
Posted in Parenting, Toddlers & Preschoolers on 18. Oct, 2009
As we were walking downtown last fall, my daughter noticed someone sitting close by, with a scowl on their face. She asked me, “Mommy – why is that man so mad?” Pretty harmless, right? Well, it would have been if that man had been a man – and not a woman instead.
Toddlers and Their Tantrums – Tips to Handle It
Posted in Parenting, Toddlers & Preschoolers on 11. Oct, 2009
Some days it seems like having a two year old is just one battle after another. If I start to put one shirt on her, she’ll want to wear a different one. When I put her in the grocery cart, she kicks her legs and yells “walk!” If her sister suggest they watch the Barbie movie, my two year old suddenly has her heart set on “Finding Nemo.”
Parent Hacks for Halloween
Posted in Halloween, Holidays, Parenting, Toddlers & Preschoolers on 28. Sep, 2009
It’s still a month away, but Halloween will be here before we know it. Need some ideas for costumes, candy, or crafts? Check out this compilation of ideas that Parent Hacks put together. My favorite idea of theirs is something that would be a great craft for my two year old daughter [...]
Drawing the Line Between Sweet and Not-So-Sweet
Posted in Parenting, Toddlers & Preschoolers on 28. Sep, 2009
Every time I go to put on makeup, I can expect my two year old to come rushing into my bedroom, yelling “EYES! EYES! EYES!” She loves it when I dust a tiny bit of silver eye shadow over her little eyelids, and she will stare in the mirror as if she were Cinderella [...]
Simple, Easy Birthday Ideas
Posted in Toddlers & Preschoolers on 27. Sep, 2009
My oldest daughter just turned four on Friday, so I am in birthday mode right now. I’ve been making cakes, planning her little party, and getting things ready for other family members to come over to celebrate with us on different days. It’s been quite busy around here, that’s for sure.
Since my daughters’ [...]
DIY – Make Your Own Playdough
Posted in Great Recipes, Toddlers & Preschoolers on 27. Sep, 2009
I’ve heard of people making their own playdough before, but haven’t stumbled upon a good recipe yet. My girls absolutely love playing with playdough, and I think that they would get even more enjoyment out of making it themselves. My four year old really likes to help me cook, so I know she [...]
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