Needs For Your Family Routines Resource Kit

If you saw my recent post about back to school routines, you know that I am creating a great resource kit that will make it easy to create and stick to routines. This is something that I'm really excited about! In the past, I've gotten some great resources but found them lacking in areas that … [Read more...]

Kids Back To School Routines

Well, it’s almost time for our little darlings to head back to school and that means that kids back to school routines need to be in place. Although my son isn’t home with me now, I still have nightmares about this time of year. Ok, maybe not nightmares but I dang sure have “lasting … [Read more...]

First Day of Preschool or Kindergarten

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The first day of preschool or kindergarten is a time of excitement but could also be a day of anxiety - especially for the children. They want to be a “big boy” or “big girl” as they enter their new school, but they may be nervous. Here are some ways you can help your child be ready for … [Read more...]

Special Routine For First Day Of School

Summer is coming to an end and the first day of school is looming in the near future. Your children might already be dreading going back to school, but you can help them put a positive spin on the upcoming event. Incorporate this special routine for the first day of school to help your child change … [Read more...]

Back To School Talk Helps Kids Prepare

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Children often dread going back to school after summer break. A good old fashioned back to school talk helps kids prepare and gives you some insight into what they are feeling.  Not sure what to say or where to start? Here are some ideas to help you start the conversations. A few weeks before … [Read more...]

Summer Sun Zucchini Pasta Bake Recipe

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Zucchini is a favorite summer vegetable for many families, especially if they are home grown. There is just something extra meaningful about using vegetables from your own garden. This Summer Sun Zucchini Pasta Bake  recipe is  a quick summer dish that you can whip up after work or while you are … [Read more...]

Motivate Preschoolers To Be Fit

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Many preschoolers are active from the time they get up until the time their heads hit the pillow at night. You may wonder if this level of activity will lead to any good habits in their futures. Motivating preschoolers to be active may encourage a love of fitness that can last a lifetime. How do you … [Read more...]