Are you expecting, recently had a baby or know someone who is? This is the post for you! There is a lot of organizing happening when a new arrival is expected. Whether you have well-intentioned people surrounding you or little ones that you don’t want to be left out of the excitement, there are a couple things we suggest including in your list of nesting...
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Kathy Jenkins joins Paige Trevor for this article published on Washington Parent {dot} com. Parents tend to see most aspects of child rearing as a matter of getting our words right. In order to teach our kids how to do everything from dressing themselves to packing their backpacks to cleaning their rooms, we talk: we explain, direct, coax and remind. When none of that works,...
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Although school takes up most the day and then afternoons and evenings are spent at extracurricular activities, from sports to music to dance, and more, when your children are at home they are probably busy with homework or maybe spending some much deserved free time with friends. With a schedule like that, no wonder it is pretty difficult to find time to get your family...
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School in Richmond, VA starts the day after Labor Day. So, August is the perfect time to begin preparing for the next nine months of homework, carpools, after school activities and keeping track of it all. Whether you have a son or daughter going to school for the first time or returning for another year, taking responsibility to be organized and prepared will make the...
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Whether you are planning a family vacation or a romantic get-a-way, having the comforts of home in spite of where you go or what you do makes your vacation a memorable experience. And, whether you enjoy traveling in luxury or enjoy “roughing it”, a little planning goes a long way for the time that you are away from home. PLAN & PACK First, decide what...
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Who likes to go on vacation and worry? Not me!! That is one of the reasons I love the Travel Organizers by SMEAD. Whether needing documents to travel with or to leave with a neighbor or babysitter, the Travel Organizers make itineraries, maps and travel confirmations accessible, organized and handy. With three sections and a front pocket, all your documents will be easy to access. ...
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Whether said in the heat of the moment or expressed as a “cool” phrase that their friends use, at one time or another we may be confronted with a swearing child and hearing your child use bad language can be shocking and disheartening. Although reacting in resentment and anger may be your first reaction, another strategy may be more effective. The Love and Logic Parenting...
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If you have young children, it probably seems like the day will never come when they will be able to stay home by themselves, let alone establish a routine and follow house rules. But, it will be here before you know it… they will become teenagers! So, how do you involve your kids in establishing home-alone rules? No more sweeping this under the rug!! Here are...
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Have you ever heard the expression, “There is no “I” in team”? That is true when it comes to maintaining and caring for a home. If you are the provider or main caretaker in the home, everyone needs to have responsibilities and appropriate workloads to allow you to keep up with a functioning home. Although it often seems as if keeping everyone on task is...
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Many children come home to an empty house after school. It isn’t an easy situation for a child or the parent! You’ll both benefit from establishing routines and house rules early on. So, how do reassure your children they are loved, even if you aren’t there? Here are some suggestions: Leave a stick-note or two around the house with encouraging messages. Make sure that you...
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