Oh, that time of year. The lunches are packed and the backpacks are ready. You’re a stay at home mom and this moment is a little bittersweet because everything that annoyed you yesterday, you’re already missing. But another side of you is like, “YES, FINALLY!” If you have other kids at home then not a…
Parenting
How I Got My Toddler To Sleep All Night
Inside: How to conquer sleep regression and get your toddler to sleep all night. I thought I had nailed the mom thing. I was on top of the world. Really! I got my baby– who slept in 45 minute intervals– to sleep through the night by 4 months old. And once I decided to really…
How to Rock Your Kids Bedtime During Deployment
Let me ask you something When dad is away, how does bedtime during deployment usually go for you? Does your kid fight it? Do they kick and scream? Or do they cry and whine? Are they sad, angry, frustrated? If you are anything like my family, the bedtime routine is usually done together with both…
A Simple Trick to Helping Your One-Year-Old Communicate
Have you ever known instantly that you reacted poorly towards your child? Have you sat there and thought of the millions of ways you could have handled a situation better?I have. I’ve lost my patience, I have let myself down, I’ve felt failure. I used to have the patience of a saint when it came…
How Military Parents Can Save Money On 5 Newborn Essentials
Inside: Expecting a baby? Here’s how military parents can save money on the things they actually need. As much as 25% (that’s about 620,000) military families seek assistance just to buy food. It’s a fact that a growing family cause a lot of stress. Babies cost money. Not to mention, a military salary doesn’t…
How To Cook Healthy Meals During Deployment with Little Effort
Inside: How to cook healthy meals during deployment for yourself and your kids when you really don’t want to It’s totally acceptable to have cereal for dinner every once and awhile. We’ve all been there. As you aren’t cooking for your husband, your motivation to make delicious and well-rounded meals goes out the window….
