Structure is not my strong suit. I like to be laid back and flexible. Sometimes it’s the only way I can manage to keep my patience with the chaos surrounding me. But I also long for a bit of a schedule, a plan, an idea of what to expect. So as the new school […]
Building Fine Motor Skills to make Future Handwriting a Snap!
I never thought my primary concern for my preschool son would be his ability to control a pencil and write. Well, after being diagnosed with SPD it became obvious that he struggles with body awareness. I find it most evident in his fine motor skills. I found myself on a quest to find the best […]
Clean Eating: Where to Begin and How to Not Give Up in the Process
“You are what you eat!” Pretty scary phrase right? We all want to eat healthy food, but there are so many stumbling blocks. Time, money, knowledge, and will power probably top the lists. When our family started our natural living journey a couple years back, I knew food would be the toughest category to tackle […]
We’re Not as Normal as We Look: The Reality of Parenting a Child with Sensory Processing Disorder
“My son has been diagnosed with something called Sensory Processing Disorder.” This is how so many conversations start when trying to explain my son’s needs and behavior to strangers. It can be an awkward conversation because, to so many on the outside looking in, my son doesn’t seem to have a “Disorder“. A lot of […]
The Emotional Roller Coaster of Weaning a Toddler
Breastfeeding a toddler can be a lonely undertaking. One by one, the moms that were breastfeeding right alongside you drop out of the game for various reasons. While at first people may be impressed with how long you’ve stuck with it, eventually the approval changes to questions or even out and out disgust. When you do finally decide […]
Preschool Beach Unit: Getting Kids Excited to Visit the Beach
Summer time and a beach vacation just seem to go hand in hand. The fun can be super educational too! Check out some of my favorite beach learning and play ideas from other bloggers. Preschool Beach Unit Activities: Have any broken crayons? Make these gorgeous beach themed crayons with them. Directions at Pint-Sized Treasures. This […]
Ten Thoughts that Ran through My Head When I Found Out I’ll be a Mom of ALL Boys
I always wanted to know as soon as possible. When the ultrasound technician asked if we wanted to find out the gender of our unborn child, I’ve always replied with a hearty “Yes!” With our first, I desperately wanted a boy. Success! With the second, I was on the fence. I wanted two boys as […]
4th of July Flag Craft with Dot Markers
I am so excited for this 4th of July holiday! My husband has off, my boys are no longer scared of fireworks, and my oldest is obsessed with all things Revolutionary War. He had our whole family chanting “Declaration of Independence!” the other day. It was adorable! I love that he is starting to […]
Long Distance Grandparenting: Helping Your Kids Stay Connected
Grandparents are a blessing! Grandparent relationships seem to come in all shapes, sizes and distances. Our boys are blessed to have two sets of wonderful grandparents as well as some terrific great-grandparents. We’ve lived anywhere from 1,500 miles away, to sharing the same house and everything in between. Long distance grandparenting is especially difficult when […]
Sensory Issues FAQs: Oral Seekers/Helping a Child who Chews on Everything!
Inside You’ll Find: Advice for Oral Sensory Seekers ie A Child Who Chews on EVERYTHING! Kids put everything in their mouths. It’s supposed to be just a stage. But what’s going on when older kids refuse to give up the habit or regress back to it? And how should they cope? When kids (and adults) […]
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