It’s OK to Play “Guns”
By Rachael Herrscher
Really interesting read today from "Not Just Cute: Intentional Whole Child Development".
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My oldest child is a boy. When he was a toddler he loved to wrestle, play super heros, and he loved to play "guns". I've even got a theory that... Read More
Foster Care: A Unique Kind of Mom
By Staff
Guest post from Larissa Green, a foster, adoptive, and homeschool mom living in rural Kansas.
When I first became a foster mom I had a dream. In my dream I was holding and cuddling and loving a darling baby, feeling so proud to finally be a mother. But I soon realized something was wrong – this... Read More
Kid President’s Letter to Babies on Their First Day on Earth
By Rachael Herrscher
You should give people high fives just for getting out of bed. I agree.
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Stuff No One Tells You About Having A Kid
By Erica Fehrman
There are a gaggle of books about pregnancy, and some about how to get your kid to sleep, and maybe a few about how to discipline the little angels. But what's not mentioned? A lot, apparently.
1. If you have a V-delivery, you may probably definitely pee yourself when you sneeze. Or cough. Or ... Read More
Books for Coping with Temper Tantrums
By Shannon Breuner Nelson
We've all been there. You're out and about and something happens. You look at them the wrong way, you pick the wrong color sippy cup, you grab the wrong jacket, and the ultimate meltdown begins. And you're left trying to control the crazy.
If you've experienced a temper tantrum storm at your house o... Read More
How to Potty Train a Boy
By Shannon Breuner Nelson
I seriously can't STAND potty training. I've only done it once, and I don't even think my daughter qualified as challenging, but it has been my least favorite parenting challenge so far. Asking your kid 498 times a morning if they have to go potty only to have them tell you in the MIDDLE of Targ... Read More
Potty Training App
By Rachael Herrscher
If you've ever asked yourself "If only there was a potty training app . . ." today is your day. The only thing that would make this app better is if it cleaned up the accidents.
Features
There are plenty of features to keep your child engaged. Some features cost extra (fo... Read More
Do You Still Carry Your Child? Too Big to Carry?
By Shannon Breuner Nelson
I took my daughter to the mall this weekend. I was carrying her and as I walked by the mattress store, the mattress salesman out front, unsuccessfully trying to lure people in, took one look at my daughter and said, "You are way too big for your mom to be carrying you."
I had to bite my little ... Read More
How to Make Your Own Hair Detangler
By Shannon Breuner Nelson
EVERY MORNING there is plenty of screaming coming from our bathroom. It doesn't matter that I buy the detangling shampoo, or what comb or brush I use, or how much chemical spray I spritz all over her little head, combing out her hair every morning equals war. And since I have a problem with kids... Read More
Holiday Gift Guide: For Toddlers
By Carina
I love toddlers and I especially love all the adorable toys for them to develop their imaginations. That's why this gift guide for toddlers was so much fun to assemble. Who doesn't love to see their little faces light up with surprise and delight?
Keep your toddler occupied for hours (o... Read More