Parenting Through Small Memories - Parenting tips and family living ideas to create memorable childhood moments and fond parenting memories
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...]
Any parent that spends time with their children around water knows how important it is that their children learn to swim. Using swimming aids and taking safety measures can safeguard young swimmers; however, there are some things you should know when choosing swimming aids for kids. Before you … [Read more...]
As the parent of a toddler, you may find that even now the kids are giving you a run for your money. I don't know if it's because we are just so tired at this stage or if the kids just catch on faster than they did in the past. Whatever the reason, if your toddler is or was exceptionally curious or … [Read more...]
As the first day of school approaches, children are either dreading or looking forward to it. Their reactions will likely be based on whether they have experience to fall back on or not. If your child is going back to school, they probably have a good idea of the routine, expectations, when they … [Read more...]
Kids aren't the only ones who get first-day jitters when they start school. Moms do too, especially if it's their child's first time going to school. Here are a few tips to help you prepare for your child's first day of school. I remember when my oldest son went to kindergarten. I believe it was … [Read more...]
You’ve managed to make it through the summer without sinking a lot of money into your child’s shoes. It’s now time to grit your teeth and get those school shoes. Your child has likely grown a good bit over the summer so; you may want to take special care in getting the proper shoe fit and … [Read more...]
School days, school days, dear old golden rule days . . . No, I’m not going to sing, so you don’t have to worry. But, soon it will be time for your son to head back to school for another year. Prior to his first day, however, you’ll need to think about what he’s going to wear, since clothes … [Read more...]
Have your kids been hounding you to host a Halloween party? You can stop saying, "No!" I've written a guide that will walk you through planning and hosting a Halloween party that will amaze your kids, … more...