How Being a Proud Mom May Both Help and Hurt My Child
As a mom, of course, I have pride in my daughter but there came a point when I had to recognize that this pride could produce both pros and cons for my child.…
Is Silicone Bakeware Really Safe?
The following post is from Katie of Kitchen Stewardship: Silicone Bakeware, Silicone Baking Sheets, Silicone Cupcake Liners, etc... With holiday baking coming up and gift season to boot, I've been thinking again about…
How to Harness Technology for a More Comfortable Life After Retirement
The 21st century has been described as a golden age for older people. Advances in modern medicine coupled with a marked improvement in the standards of living have contributed to an uptick in…
How to Use Castor Oil to Induce Labor {and Not Be Miserable}
As I mentioned in Jackson's birth story, after 10 days of prodromal labor -- and with my doctor's permission -- I used castor oil to naturally induce labor. Despite all the horror…
Moving with Kids without Losing Your Mind: A Mom’s Guide to a Smooth Move
There’s no question that moving is stressful. In fact, studies have revealed that selling or buying a home and moving is one of life’s most stressful events, on par with the death of…
6 Worthwhile Vehicle Safety Features
The first car to feature seat belts as standard equipment was the 1958 Saab GT750. Other manufacturers soon followed suit and law now mandates them. Later innovations such as traction control (1971), four-wheel…
Bye Bye Baby – Everything You Need To Know When Leaving Your Baby Overnight
New parents have a lot on their plate when trying to get used to life with a new baby. There’s a lot that they need to get used to, not least the lack…
How to Write 10+ (Good) Articles Per Week
Why do you think so many moms are blogging today? Indeed, one in five mommies of today has started a blog with substantial followers. Some think of blogging as a hobby for the…
How to Pack Healthy and Kid-c School Lunches
Lots of parents hate packing school lunches for their kids, especially if their kids are fussy eaters. It's difficult to get proper nutrition into a tiny human who would rather exist solely on…
Preventing My Kids from Getting Cavities
One of the worst trips you’ll ever take your kids on is a trip to the dentist. I get a horribly guilty feeling when I round all my kids together, and get them…