Speak to any parent and you will hear different opinions on why they do or do not pay their children weekly allowance to complete everyday household chores. There is also …
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How To Make Home Buying Easy
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of The Co-operators. The opinions and text are all mine. Years ago when we bought our first homes, we knew …
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Be Prepared for the Unexpected this Summer
As parents, one of our biggest jobs is being prepared for the unexpected. Whether it’s a fall in a puddle at the park, a hungry kid on a long drive …
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Helping kids learn to save money in fun ways
My son recently celebrated his First Communion, a big milestone for children in our church. In addition to learning more about religion, caring for others, and buying a suit he …
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Similac Makes Preparing for Baby Number Three a Breeze
With baby number three due in just a few weeks I am hard at work getting everything I can prepared. I know things are going to be more challenging once …
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Understanding why children lie
Sam: “It wasn’t me.” Mom: “Sam, tell me the truth.” Sam: “I am. I swear I didn’t do it!” Mom: “Sam! Just be honest with me.” Sam: “I am!” Mom: …
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Win at mealtime with Applebee’s Carside To Go
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Applebee’s. The opinions and text are all mine. Dinnertime. Sigh. Let’s be honest. Dinner times Monday through Friday can …
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10 moms share their best toddler tantrum tricks
Toddler life is a roller coaster of emotions to be sure. Of course, you have your classic ‘terrible two’ moments. Then you get the sweetest, most adorably uninhibited slivers of …
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Tried and true tips for flying with toddlers
My husband and I love traveling. We didn’t stop once we had Dylan. We do things differently, but we do travel quiet a bit with our boy. He has probably …
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How to Relieve a Cough at Night
Thanks to Vicks VapoRub for sponsoring this post. It’s 2am and you hear coughing coming from your kids bedroom. You think to yourself, “here we go again…no more sleep for …
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