Almost anytime we as adults {myself included at times} encounter a child whether male or female, it seems like we feel the need to compliment their physical appearance in some way. Which I would argue is really more about paying a compliment to the parents, rather than the kid himself ... but I assure you they are listening even if we are not speaking directly to them. Why do we do this?
My daughter has beautiful hair. Golden curls that cascade down like liquid gold, there is no questioning its loveliness. And at three years of age, she is keenly aware of this physical trait of hers because 99.9% of the time she encounters a stranger or an acquaintance who is an...
Disclosure :: this post is sponsored by BREC.
Berenstain Bears LIVE is coming to Baton Rouge!
Calling all Mama & Papa bears and their young cubs to join us at BREC’s Independence Park Theatre on March 3, 2017 at 7:00pm. for The Berenstain Bears LIVE! This performance brings everyone's favorite bear family to life in a thrilling theatrical experience that kids as well as their parents will treasure for many years to come. Tickets are on sale now ONLINE.
Who :: all Baton Rouge area moms, dads and children
When :: March 3, 2017 at 7:00pm
Where :: Independence Park Theatre
Cost :: $15 for kids (12 and under) / $20 for students (with Student ID) / $25 for adults
How :: Tickets on sale NOW
What :: Adapted...
Scene: Parent/child waiting area at a kid activity.
Kid 1: "Moooooooooooooom! She's not SHARING!"
Kid 2."I don't want to share with HER!"
Kid 1: "But MOOOOOOOOM!
Mom: "Kid 2, share with Kid 1."
Kid 2: "No."
>screaming<
Mom: "Come here. Sit down."
Kid 1: "No."
Mom: "I SAID come HERE."
Kid 1: "No."
>screaming<
Oh, and THAT wasn't the end of it. Kid 1 tested the boundaries of aggravating physical contact with Kid 2, refused to act after a threat of punishment and was forcibly removed from the room (by mom), winding up outside on a bench. These were not my children and that was not me - not this time. I was at an activity for my daughter, waiting with some other parents when one poor mama was tested by...
Dear Diapers,
After 5 years, 5 months and 30 days of changing you (yes, I've been counting) you are finally, finally out of my house for good. Wooooooo hoooooo!!
I have had a love/hate relationship with you from the beginning. When you first came into my home half a decade ago, you were in the cloth format, and you were oh so cute. The fluffiness. The little designs. Oh, I loved you soooooo much. But then I realized that I had to wash you every other day. And that I had to put my hands on you when you were soaked in urine and soiled in poop. Gross! Still I forged on because after all, I'm a crunchy mom -- I...
Parenting changes as the years go on ... the newest toy, dance moves and fashion trends keep us all on our toes when we are raising pre-teens and teenagers. Currently the biggest discussion in our house with my pre-teen is technology -- when, where, how he can have his iPhone so he can snap, tweet, and Instagram all day log.
My son is almost 12, and he has had an iPhone since he entered middle school this past August. We have a few technology rules that has made this transition a little easier.
1. No Electronics on School Nights
There are a few reasons for this rule - first it gives time for homework, bath time, and chores. Second, we can eat dinner...
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