It's the one thing I hear over and over, from moms everywhere: "I feel like I'm failing as a parent." We've all felt overwhelmed with the weight of parenthood at one time or another. When we're frustrated and helpless, like we have no idea what we're doing. Maybe it's when we feel like we're doing something wrong, especially when we can't decide or don't know which direction to take. Other times we're scared how this is all going to turn out, at the rate we're going. And the reasons vary, too. Maybe you feel like you're failing as a parent when... You blame yourself for the attitude … [Read more...]

Having long term parenting goals and objectives is a must for any parent. Discover 8 examples of goals for kids to be able to do throughout childhood and beyond. My husband saw me in the hallway with tears in my eyes. "What's wrong?" he asked in alarm. "I'm sad that they're going to kindergarten," I sobbed back. Emotional, I know. But as my twins wound down their last few weeks at preschool, I was reminded of how quickly childhood flashes by. As much as we wish for certain stages (ahem: tantrums) to end already, once you hit a milestone, you realize there's no going back. It's … [Read more...]

Heard of authoritative parenting but not sure how to implement it? Learn how to be a better mom with authoritative parenting. You'd think being a parent—such an important and difficult role—would come with a certificate reassuring us we know what we're doing. Instead, we base our decisions on how we grew up, what we've read or heard, or from our circle of friends and families. No wonder we feel lost at times, or second guess our decisions. But there is an effective parenting style that many experts say is the best way to go. One that balances rules and demands with nurture and love. … [Read more...]