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Raising Twins After a Singleton

Jun 28, 2022

So, you're having twins, except you already have an older child. Here are tips on raising twins after a singleton. I'll be raising twins... AND my toddler, too, I thought to myself. Before I knew I was having fraternal twins, I was barely adjusting to the idea of even raising two kids, much less three. I had no idea if I could handle it, and wondered how in the world other twin moms survived this stage. Was it a matter of resorting to sleep deprivation, eating junk food, and not showering for days? Do older kids have to tough it out and accept that they'll need to share their parents … [Read more...]

9 Steps to a Smooth Crib to Toddler Bed Transition

Sleeping

Jun 27, 2022

The crib to toddler bed transition can be a challenge for many parents. Learn what you should do when you make the switch. For each of my kids, the decision to transition to a toddler bed happened when they climbed out of their baby cribs. One fell on the floor and cried while another landed on his feet, wondering how he got there. And the other somehow straddled the ledge of his crib, hooting and hollering, "Mama look, horse-y!" You may have found yourself in the same predicament, shocked and scared to learn that your toddler can now climb out of the crib. Perhaps you're pregnant … [Read more...]

When Does Breastfeeding Get Easier?

Breastfeeding

Jun 26, 2022

When does breastfeeding get easier? Don't give up just yet! Learn effective ways to make breastfeeding feel less painful and stop hurting. I knew breastfeeding might hurt, but not this bad. Even after a few days of discomfort, feeding my baby hadn't gotten easier at all. I couldn't take the pain anymore and kept thinking, when does breastfeeding stop hurting? The nurses and consultants assured me my latch was great, which only made me wonder why I was in pain. It hurt so bad I almost wanted to give up—in fact, I'd hop online each day and remind myself of the benefits of … [Read more...]

7 Easy Ways to Transition to a Sippy Cup

Eating

Jun 25, 2022

Looking for ways to transition to sippy cup use from a bottle or nursing? Learn easy and effective ways as well as the best time to start. I was introducing my then-infant son to a sippy cup and bought what I thought was the fanciest cup ever. It came insulated, had removable handles to grip, and was covered with a metal casing. Well... that cup with the heavy metal casing? I accidentally dropped it right on my big toe, sending me yelping and hopping through the kitchen. And that was me. I imagined how terrible it would've been if that heavy cup had slipped out of my little guy's … [Read more...]

How to Raise Non Materialistic Children

Values

Jun 24, 2022

Can't keep up with your child's constant desire for more? Learn how to raise non materialistic children and instill important values. Piles of holiday gifts. Extravagant parties. The desire for the latest branded toy and discarding the perfectly good ones they already have. Worse, looking down on other kids who don't have the same things they do. Regardless of how much a child has, it's easy to value materials and use it as a measure of self-worth. Materialism doesn't allow kids to learn skills like gratitude, empathy, and delayed gratification. Materialism also exists regardless of a … [Read more...]

Children’s Books with People of Color

Children's Books

Jun 23, 2022

Add diversity to your child's library with these children's books with people of color and celebrate diverse cultures near and far! Any time I watch television shows and movies or read books, I'm always glad when I notice a diverse cast of characters. That's cool they included a variety of ethnicities, I'd think. Or, That's great that one of the leads is Asian/Latino. But as much as I celebrate these moments, it only goes to show how little diversity we see to begin with. The fact that we notice diversity (or the lack of it) means we still have a ways to go. The same is true with … [Read more...]

How to Deal with an Ungrateful Child

Behavior

Jun 22, 2022

Are you dealing with selfish kids? Learn how to discipline an ungrateful child without power struggles, and nurture respect instead. My husband added an extra treat for our toddler: a peanut butter sandwich with his oatmeal. The little guy shoved aside the oatmeal for the sandwich and gobbled it up in record speed. Once his hands were empty, though, he cried for more. "It's all gone," we explained. But nothing seemed to register. He wasn't thrilled at having eaten a favorite snack—instead, he showed little thanks once it was gone. This wasn't the first time he seemed ungrateful. I … [Read more...]

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