A successful first week of school is in the books! Adelaide had her first day of pre-k and Lincoln has two days of kindergarten under his belt. His kindergarten is half day and part of a private preschool so it doesn’t feel that different from last year when they were both in half day preschool …
How 100 Couples Split Housework + Takeaways
Today we’re talking all about how couples split housework. We asked over 100 women what the divide looks like in their relationship and here are the results! Up there with finances, in-laws, and sex, household duties is one of the top causes of contention in relationships. Does this ring true for you? Have you …
How Not to Hate Your Husband After Kids Summary + Takeaways
Today we’re talking all about “How Not To Hate Your Husband After Kids” by Jancee Dunn including a quick book review, summary, and tips for your marriage. How Not To Hate Your Husband After Kids How Not to Hate Your Husband After Kids is a witty and practical non-fiction account of the struggles of Jancee …
11 Activities to Teach Kids Emotions (and build Emotional Intelligence)
Today we’re talking all about building emotional intelligence in toddlers and young kids. These activities are ways to spend time with your kids in a way that boosts their EI as they become more familiar and comfortable with their emotions and the emotions of others. Did you know there is something twice as important as …
Why Your Toddler Says “No” and How to Respond
Today we’re talking all about the toddler defiant “No!” phase and how to respond. This post was originally published back in 2017. The No Phase Last month it was like Lincoln fully embraced turning two and immediately switched into defiant toddler mode. One day he was agreeable, easily persuaded, and happy to go with the …
Easy Easter Traditions for Toddlers
This post is all about easy Easter traditions for toddlers. I’m updating it with a few more ideas. Originally published April 2017. Happy Easter weekend! Growing up, Easter was always such a special holiday and, while my kids are still too young to latch onto traditions, I’ve been savoring talking to Lincoln about why …