Nothing can truly prepare you for becoming a parent. And nothing can prepare you for the ongoing conflict you’ll have between being “on” all day and figuring out how to sneak in a little alone time if you’re an introvert. Introverts require alone time to rejuvenate, yet as introvert mothers, alone time is frequently scarce. We all know that having […]
As a first-time mom, I use TikTok on a regular basis to get advice from professionals and other parents on issues like baby-led weaning, nursing, and Montessori learning. My attention span is decreasing, so the bite-sized videos are ideal. In five minutes, I can learn sign language to teach my infant, how to clean the filter on my dishwasher, and […]
The various sorts of parent guilt we experience and how to turn it into something useful! Guilt as a mother. We won’t be able to avoid it! Perhaps you feel bad for not spending more time with each child one-on-one. Perhaps you feel bad about returning to work after delivering a baby. Maybe you’re resentful of yourself for not returning […]
Continue reading if you’ve ever wondered, “Why am I such an angry mother?” Moms are sometimes furious, screaming, and out of control, and they often feel alone, but there is hope! Do you find yourself threatening, punishing, or yelling in frustration? Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, weary, or stressed, and unclear of how to deal with your anger in […]
If you came over today and looked in my fridge, you’d probably find non-organic fruit, store-bought meat, and low-cost dairy. And I’d immediately feel judged. I’d become embarrassed and make excuses about my limited grocery budget. And it’s possible that you’d be judging me. But, more importantly, I’m evaluating myself. I compare myself to ladies who write about organic living […]
Spending time with your kid is the best approach to help them thrive. By interacting with them, you can spark their imagination, increase their self-confidence, and develop the bond that you both require. Being “playful” isn’t something that comes easy to everyone. We either grow too preoccupied with our to-do lists to sit and play for lengthy periods of time, […]
If you’re a lonely mother, you’re not alone. As much as 90% of mothers report feeling lonely. Discover proven methods for becoming a happier parent while also re-engaging your village. Cushman (1990) discovered that after the World Wars, we have placed so much focus on self-actualization and Authoritarian parenting that we have lost our feeling of community, We believe we […]
All parents need encouragement and inspiration, and inspirational quotes for moms are a fantastic way to lift your spirits and make you smile. Because even when you don’t feel like it, you’re doing a fantastic job. Even if no one else notices, you’re doing a fantastic job. Keep going, mom! We’re all on the same team! Where Can You Use […]
Learn how to set up a morning routine for moms that will boost your productivity while also saving your sanity. Change your morning, and your day will change as well. You’ve probably heard it before, and with good cause. According to a 2012 research published by the American Psychological Association, “morning people” are happier, more productive, and report feeling healthier. […]
This is a day in the life post showing you how a family of 5 manages to have two working parents with a child in school, a child at home and a newborn baby to care for. Hello, as you may know, my name is Elizabeth and I run this blog. I actually run 3 websites which in turn do […]
Gifts for moms who have everything, so you can rest easy and get the perfect gift for the mom in your life. Finding gifts for mom, whether it’s your mom, mother-in-law, or a friend who is a brand new mom, can be a challenge. These are some thoughtful gifts for mom, especially the mom who doesn’t really want anything in […]
Enjoy a little light reading about the joy of being a mother and all the other wonderful benefits of becoming a parent! Motherhood is difficult, overwhelming, exhausting – and also joyful, fulfilling, and wonderful! While Motherhood is the hardest job in the world, it is also the most rewarding thing you’ll do in life. “Having children just puts the whole […]
Inside this post: 10 habits of a happy mom and how simple mindset changes can help you become the best mom you’ve always wanted to be. Sometimes as moms we get caught up in the chaos of homemaking and parenthood that we become overwhelmed and sometimes even unhappy. Have you ever felt this way? I know I have, and I […]
After a long day, and the kids are finally in bed, it’s time for Mommy priorities- alone time for a stressed mom. The expectations of society tell us that when we finally get that peace and quiet that we have been looking forward to all day long, we need to start doing all the things on our to-do list that […]
Remarkable ways you’re mastering motherhood, even though you may feel dragged down by the daily responsibilities of mom life. Let’s take mom life into autopilot mode so we can all enjoy motherhood. I sat at my computer after a long day of mothering and working on completing my to-do list and smiled as I heard my children laughing, playing with lego, […]
Welcome to my little corner of the internet! I am a mom of 3 and have a passion for helping children reach their human potential. I enjoy helping parents raise confident and healthy kids by explaining how to handle situations using positive parenting, with the knowledge I gathered from my year of psychology in College and other research from when I needed help with my kids. All things I write about are from personal experience, in hopes of relating with other struggling parents who are lost with child behaviour like I once was.
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Elizabeth
