From a very young age, my daughter has loved princesses. At first, it worried me a bit. Some people were telling me to avoid Disney movies at all costs because Disney Princesses would ruin her forever. Then, others are telling me that it doesn't matter. Disney movies are fun and my little girl is a princess!! they'd say. So, where did that leave me? I was trying desperately to figure out continue reading...
How You Can Raise Girls Who Love Science!
Hi and Welcome to Happily Ever Mom! Today, we're talking about how you can raise girls who love science. You might have come across this post if you: Have a love for science and want to pass it along to your kids. Want your girls to have as many opportunities to fall in love with science as possible. Want your girls to love science, but you're not sure where to start. If that's continue reading...
Valentine Craft for Kids: Ribbon Hearts 3 Ways!
I love Valentine’s season. Yes, with all of the decoration, the excitement, and the never ending arts and crafts ideas, it is much more than a day! This week I set up the first of many Valentine’s activities for my son, a simple invitation to create Valentine's Crafts with ribbons. I like to set up art materials in a box (I call them invitations to create) for my boys because... I like continue reading...
Get Kids to Listen and STOP Running Away with 1 Simple Game
I owe this simple game to get kids to listen and to STOP running away to the camp that I used to work at. In fact, I learned almost everything about how to get kids to listen during the summers that I worked for the best camp on Earth. When you’re responsible for a huge group of kids, it’s important that they listen to you the first time (that's important as parents, too - right?!). Not the continue reading...
5 Must-Do Potty Training Tips Before You Even Start
5 Potty Training Must-Do's Before You Start 1.) Set out potty training chairs early. Put potty chairs out about the time that your baby can walk. Yes, really! If you have a large house, be sure to have two (in different rooms in the house or one upstairs/one downstairs). Let baby play with the chair, practice sitting, etc. so they satisfy their need to explore this new "toy" - let them continue reading...
5 Dont’s When Prepping Kids for a Doctor Visit
Thanks to my dear friend, Lauren, for sharing her tips today about taking kids to the Doctor. We know not every appointment will be easy, but these tips can give us a fighting chance! ;) ~Katie Prepping for a checkup with the doctor has been a source of anxiety for our family for a little while. We had a wretched experience taking my son to his three year checkup. He would not listen to anyone continue reading...