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The Best Nicknames for Mom and Dad You Hadn’t Thought Of

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When it comes to what kids call their parents, it is not a one size fits all things. Some parents will want to be called by different names, and we have compiled a list of the best nicknames for moms and dads to choose from.

Parents are so important to their children. Naturally, children see their parents as the most influential beings in their entire lives. While some moms and dads are cool with being called by their traditional handles, some want one they don’t want to have to share with every parent on the block.

Cool nicknames to use instead of mom and dad. These nicknames for mom and dad are great alternatives. [Read more…]

7 Things Successful Working Moms Do To Feel Organized

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Working moms are the ultimate balancers. They navigate between work life and family life like pros.

Balance? They rock at it.

Scheduling? They’re superstars.

Except in those moments when they are not, and life feels more overwhelming than exciting. Being a working mom is a tough role and one that requires constant negotiation, compromise, and flexibility.

So how do the most successful moms handle it? They tend to do these seven simple things each day to feel successful and organized.

Tips for working moms to help make your day successful and more organized. Let's get some systems in place to make the day run smoothly. [Read more…]

The Best Gratitude Journals for Kids and Why They Work

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Is your child struggling to appreciate the things in their life? Or maybe they are having a hard time seeing the good? It may be time to start a gratitude journal for kids and watch how it changes their perspective.

The Best Gratitude Journals for Kids and How Gratitude Journals Help Kids

What is a Gratitude Journal?

A few years ago, life was in one of those tough times when more seemed to go wrong than it did right. Not only did it impact my outlook on life, but it also made a difference in how my children responded to situations and other people.

Instead of the quick to forgive, generous hearts that we had spent so much time nurturing in them, there was an abundance of complaining and attitudes that were anything but loving.

So, we decided to do something radical – for us anyway – and start gratitude journals. [Read more…]

5 Quick Tips To Help Get The Kids Out the Door On Time In the Morning

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This post is sponsored by General Mills but all opinions are my own.

“Hurry! You’re going to miss the bus!”

“Where are your shoes?”

I was constantly saying these statements each morning. The frustration everyone felt in the house for the last few moments before I said good-bye didn’t make any of us feel good. And the guilt when they got on the bus was not good.

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3 Simple Tips To Help Resolutions Become Habits

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I’ve partnered with Green Giant, Optimum Nutrition, vitafusion and L’il Critters as part of an Influencer Activation and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

How are your resolutions going? When I make resolutions my real plan is for them to end up being habits. I don’t want to start exercising for a few weeks and then stop. Or incorporate meditation in my life and then forget.

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I want to build my resolutions into habits so it is a natural fit in my normal life.

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20 Fun Minute To Win It Games For Kids That Are Easy To Set Up

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If you are looking for some fun Minute to Win It Games for kids, here are 20 fun ones to get you started!

A few years ago, NBC aired a television game show called Minute to Win It, hosted by Guy Fieri. It was only on for a few years but it has become an International sensation. Even better, it has inspired people to come up with their own Minute to Win It games to play with family and friends.

Fun Minute to Win It games for kids that are easy to set up. [Read more…]