As moms, we tend to put our needs last. We spend so much of our time being busy, running errands, and doing for others that we forget to take care of ourselves too.Self-care seems to have been a dirty word for moms for a long time, like somehow we have to martyr ourselves in order to be a good mother. But it doesn't have to be synonymous with ... Read More...
6 Strategies To Stop Being An Angry Mom
Recently, I posted one of those "Throwback Thursday" photos on Facebook. 7 years ago, while I was in the thick of parenting a toddler and a colicky infant, we somehow found time for family portraits. I'm smiling in the picture, but beneath the surface I was a ticking time bomb.Quite often, I'd lose my temper with my son, saying unkind words and ... Read More...
3 Ways To Enjoy Staying Home With Your Kids
As a homeschool mom, I get asked frequently if there are ever days when I feel like I need a break. Other moms ask how I do it, staying home with my elementary aged kids all day. They could never deal with the constant noise and little people all needing something at the same time. They tell me they just don't have the personality for it. Quite ... Read More...
4 Ways To Be a More Fun and Joyful Mother
Out of all the adjectives my children could pick to describe me several years ago, I don't think "fun" would have been high on that list."Stop running around and get ready for bed!""Be careful. You're going to make a mess.""It's not time to fool around and play now. It's time to be calm."I've said all of these phrases at one time or another to my ... Read More...
7 Tips For Spending Time with God as a Busy Mom
As a mom, I know days can start with a bang before you even climb out of bed. It's easy to get caught up in all the tasks that need to be done and forget to spend quality time with the Lord. But spending time with God is the only thing that can give us the energy to make it through our busy days and weeks. Here are several tips to help you ... Read More...