Managing Multiple Sleep Routines

I remember the days of trying to coordinate my older children’s bedtime routines with the non-schedule of my new baby. I remember how hard bedtime was when the baby needed my attention, and the other two thought that bedtime meant playtime.

Coordinating sibling sleep routines can seem like a monumental task, but the key to it is planning. Simply going with the flow every night will not help anyone. The kids will be running in different directions, you’ll be stressed, and your kids will be staying up too late.

Giving Choices – A Simple Way to Improve Behavior

Children do not have much control over their daily lives, and it can be frustrating for little ones trying to gain some independence. Luckily there is an easy solution to this problem, and it is one that will help with overall behavior as well: Offer choices to your children instead of always telling them what to do and when to do it.

Common Parent Complaint, “My Child Won’t Cooperate”

I hear similar questions and complaints from parents all around the world every day, and often they are about this topic:

“How can I get my kids to cooperate with me?”

“I’m always nagging my children, and it doesn’t do any good!”

“My requests get ignored, but then they get mad when I nag!”

“I’m constantly making requests, yet my children won’t do what I ask. I get tired of hearing my own voice!”

Taking Your Children Shopping

The holiday season is filled with extra shopping both at the grocery store and the mall; and unfortunately, little ones aren’t always the most helpful shopping partners. This post will cover a few tips that will (hopefully) lessen the begging, whining, and all out tantrums.

Do Kids Hate Shopping?

It may seem like your children hate shopping, but the shopping itself is not usually the problem.

When Reality Doesn’t Match Our Expectations

The realities of everyday life often don’t match up to our expectations; however, this seems especially true when you become a parent. There are three main areas where our parenting expectations become out of sync with real life…

1. The Ideal Family Life

Parents tend to paint a picture of what their family life will be even before their first child is born. These daydreams idealize their future family and put focus on the many joys of parenthood.

Holiday Gift Ideas for Babies

Here are some gift ideas for this holiday season (or anytime you need one of these items.) These are things I know and love, so if you’re looking for something and aren’t sure which to choose – maybe I can help. Have fun shopping!

(The links & images in this post are affiliate links. This doesn’t change your price or shopping experience, it simply means that Amazon gives me a small payout for my time & recommendations. If you purchase via my links, I appreciate your support!)

Let’s start with a few baby gear favorites…

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Benefits of Bedtime Reading

Many parents read to their kids as part of the bedtime routine, and it’s a popular pre-bed activity for good reason. Children will lie still and listen to a book, which allows them to relax and become sleepy. Reading is a peaceful way to end the day, and it is key to a child’s academic success. Bedtime reading rituals guarantee that children will get their daily reading time.