I delivered four babies using the Bradley method of childbirth and found the husband coaching practice simple and encouraging.

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Having a good "power nap" can make a tired, busy, or stressed out mom feel so much better. Here's how to do it well.

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These morning routines for kids will help them start the day calmly, without fuss, and help give mom some peace in the mornings too.

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If your baby won't nap then don't worry, this will post will break down the most common reason and some solutions to help your little one start snoozing away.

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Inside you’ll find all the ways a mother’s love is needed in this world. A mother’s love is like nothing else in the world.  It’s both strong and gentle. Loud and quiet. Unrelenting and yielding. Protecting and releasing. Demanding and unassuming. It’s one thing in one moment, and another in the next moment. It changes […]

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If your little one is going through the 9 month sleep regression,, you know it can be exhausting for you and babe, these solutions will help.

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A lot of babies struggle with early morning wakings. Here are a few reasons they tend to happen and how to nip them in the bud.

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You can avoid screen time battles by creating and using your own summer screen time rules. Printable included in post! Summertime can get hairy.  Just today, for example.  There I am, innocently eating a salad, and I look out the kitchen window just in time to see my boys fully naked playing in a mud […]

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Here are some tips that every mom needs to know in case of intruders. Think about these things and help prepare your family. Post contains affiliate links. Facial astringent. Facial astringent in the face is what saved the mom of my childhood best friend from an intruder who walked into their home while they hid in their […]

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Here are 20+ ways to use a timer in your daily life with kids. It'll help with routine, chores, toy sharing, and sibling fighting.

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If you’ve got a few little ones in your home and each person doesn’t have a room, you may have found yourself getting creative with sleeping arrangements. I know we do! Y’all know I talk a lot about sleeping. Sleeping in, sleeping longer, sleeping better, and sleeping more. All in all, I’m a control freak […]

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Here are some do’s and don’ts when considering the transition from a crib to a bed for your toddler. Hint: don’t do it too early! If you have a toddler then you are familiar with the question… when is it the right time to move baby to a big boy bed? Well, the answer is […]

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If you're asking yourself, "When should I stop swaddling my baby?" then here you go, 4 telltale signs you can stop swaddling.

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If you find yourself in a 4 month sleep regression then I've got the tools to help you get out of it as fast as you can so baby can be peaceful again.

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Here are some safe sleep rules we don't need to break on a regular basis to make sure our little lamb is snug and safe as a bug in a rug.

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As a mom it's incredibly difficult to keep a tidy house with small kids, that's particularly if you're in a cleaning funk! Here's how to get out.

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Here's how to shop for your kids if you are more minimalist, on a budget, or want to create a more simple family life.

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Got a toddler displaying some weird behavior? Here are some curious symptoms that come with toddler teething.

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I often hear the phrase said, “Babies are so expensive” and I have to wonder… are they? Well, yes and no. This post is going to explore 3 reasons kids are expensive and 3 reasons they aren’t. A black cotton dress, tights, and black sequined flats. That’s what I was wearing the day I had […]

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If you want your teens to help out... you've got to get busy teaching kids to clean when they're young. Here's how.

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Inside you’ll find tips on how to get your breastfed baby to take a bottle.  That job interview was the first time I’d left my baby. I put on real clothes, actually did my hair, and prayed I wouldn’t leak through my nursing pads and silk dress shirt as I went off to meet my […]

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Have a six month old and looking to have more consistent days? Here is a sample routine or rhythm you may want to adopt for your own family.

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Here are some unique tips on how to release anger quickly, using an anger management activity, so you can move on with your day! We’ve all been there… I am no exception. You know the feeling: tight chest, clenched teeth, attempting to breath slowly to calm down, but all your see it red, and the […]

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This sample 4 year old schedule will help you structure your daily routine to keep your preschooler well-rested, cooperative, and happy.

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Reading stories at bedtime is an amazing ritual for families. Get these classic bedtime stories for children (babies on up!)

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Inside you’ll learn one of the biggest reasons that the yelling problem doesn’t make your children more obedient. If you struggle with yelling at your kids, you won’t want to miss this.  “You are so mean!!!!” my 5 year old screamed running down the hall to the bedroom and slamming the door. I stood there […]

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Bath time doesn't have to be a drama. Here's how to avoid tantrums, messes, how often to bathe, plus awesome bath toys!

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I’ve eluded to this concept many times, but today am going to hit it strong. This is probably the best advice I could give any mother who has babies close together… People ask me how I do it… How do I have so many kids so young in age and still manage to stay sane? […]

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How to make a rocking home family binder that helps every adult in the house have instant access to important info. For me, there’s little I find more satisfying than an organizing project. So after I got sick of looking at my important papers stacked on the table, I tackled this binder. What’s a family […]

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It can be hard to explain complex topics to kids, especially when it's an emotional issue. These children's books on hard topics will help!

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Here are some chores for toddlers and preschoolers they can do independently which will help teach life skills and confidence.

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There are pros and cons to a baby monitors, and to be honest, not every mother needs them. Here's how to decide if you need one.

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A house walk will solve all those unorganized, cluttered areas in your house. By doing this walk you will put your house in order.

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If you are wondering how to remove stains from baby clothes, look no further. While babies and toddlers are learning hand eye coordination, there are bound to be spills, slips, and stains. Ahh, the little baby onesies! They are so cute and fresh and only ever get stained with milk or spit up those first few […]

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If you have a witching hour baby you're likely stressed to the max. The good news is this: you can minimize crying and fussing and stop baby witching hours.

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Family culture is so important and today’s topic in this series focuses on family identity. My maternal grandmother walked miles […]

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 If you suffer from a case of mom guilt, may this post bring you encouragement. I decided to lie in […]

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Is it hard finding time alone each day? Do you need a break? Here are some tips to finding time alone as a stay at home mom.

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One of the most important times of day... night! These evening routines for moms will help you relax, unwind, and sleep well.

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Want to get more done while the kids are napping or sleeping? As a busy mom, you'll find tips on how to use this time wisely.

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