Category: Parenting

  • Pregnancy-Friendly Fall Fashion Looks For 2014

    Pregnancy-Friendly Fall Fashion Looks For 2014

    The crisp season if finally underway – which means cozying up in your favorite knit wear, bottomless cups of hot chocolates, and wearing fall fashion trends are a must. While comfort should be the main key when it comes to dressing during your pregnancy, it doesn’t mean you have to flaunt the old boring combinations all…

  • Potty Training With Pull Ups

    Potty Training With Pull Ups

    “I participated in an Influencer Activation Program on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Pull-Ups. I received samples for this review and a promotional item to thank me for participating.” My youngest son was working on potty training at daycare when we pulled him out. I wanted to continue potty training but I was kinda lazy and…

  • Top 8 Halloween Kids Costumes for 2014

    Top 8 Halloween Kids Costumes for 2014

    Halloween is less than a month away. Usually by now my kids have an idea of what they want to dress up on Halloween night. However, they haven’t decided yet. I was browsing the Internet today looking for costumes for my youngest son and I found some very cute costumes. Here are some of my…

  • The Best Free Android Apps for Kids

    The Best Free Android Apps for Kids

    A lot of parents are against kids using technology, thinking that it will transform them into smartphone-addicted zombies from an early age. That may be true if the kid spends countless hours every day with his eyes pointed at a phone screen; however, used with moderation, a smartphone or a tablet can help your youngster…

  • 12 Ways to Get Your Child to Engage in Handwriting + Infographic

    12 Ways to Get Your Child to Engage in Handwriting + Infographic

    Technology is causing a big hindrance for our children. They are no longer writing nearly as much as I did when I was in school. I remember writing a ton of papers by hand because computers weren’t in every home and were considered a luxury until the Internet became popular. As technology continues to evolve,…

  • Learn The Benefits of Using  Potty Patrol Diapers While Potty Training

    Learn The Benefits of Using Potty Patrol Diapers While Potty Training

    Potty training isn’t easy especially if you have a stubborn child. My youngest son started potty training just before his second birthday at daycare and when he came home with me I was continuing to work on it. However, it wasn’t going so well and he would only go in the potty when he wanted…

  • Tips to Ensure that Your Child’s Car Seat is Installed Properly

    Tips to Ensure that Your Child’s Car Seat is Installed Properly

    A car seat is one of the bigger expenses on your baby registery or it is something that you decide to purchase yourself. If you have ever walked down the isle at the baby store more than likely you are faced with an overwhelming decision. I realize that not every one is rich but having…

  • Baby Weaning Tips Infographic

    Baby Weaning Tips Infographic

    Today, I wanted to share with you this great infographic created by Ollie Smith at Apta Club. This inforgraphic covers most of the questions that mom’s have about baby weaning. I remember when I started weaning my own babies and they were all different when it came to weaning them. My daughter didn’t start eating…

  • My Husband,The Alcoholic

    My Husband,The Alcoholic

    If you have ever dealt with an alcoholic in your family, you probably know how devastating it can be. Today, I wanted to share another mom’s story in hopes to inspire other’s to seek help if they are caught in this situation. Even if your spouse or family member doesn’t have an addiction to alcohol…

  • 14 Family Friendly Games to Play on National UnPlug Night  #UnPlugwithCarrom

    14 Family Friendly Games to Play on National UnPlug Night #UnPlugwithCarrom

    Do your children spend too much time using technology such as their cell phone, tablets, video games, watching television, or using the computer? I remember when I was growing up, I spent a ton of time playing outside with my friends and I wasn’t consumed with technology unlike today’s generation. As a blogger, I am…