TIPS, IDEAS AND SUGGESTIONS FOR MOTHER’S DAY GIFTS FOR GRANDMOTHERS, MOTHERS, AND THE SPECIAL WOMEN IN OUR LIVES! Gift Ideas For All The Special Women in Our Lives Looking for Mother’s Day gift ideas for Read more…
Family Pets What do you consider your best family pets? Last year our family dog suddenly passed away. He was a BIG Alaskan Husky we rescued from a kill shelter in South Carolina. Years ago, Read more…
Below see TIPS, IDEAS, AND SUGGESTIONS ABOUT SIBLING RELATIONSHIPS Establishing Sibling Relationships: Baby Number One Anyone who grew up in a family with siblings recognizes the various types of sibling relationships in the household. Typically, Read more…
TIPS, IDEAS, AND SUGGESTIONS FOR BEDTIME ROUTINES FOR KIDS Successful Bedtime Routines for Kids Bedtime routines for kids are extremely important to establish daily consistency for families. Research proves that bedtime routines for kids allow Read more…
Below See TIPS, IDEAS, AND SUGGESTIONS ABOUT THE IMPACT OF BULLYING Learning to Manage The Impact of Bullying Recently, my grandchild, who I have been raising for the last 7 years, has been experiencing the Read more…
Below See Tips, Ideas, and Suggestions for Calming Techniques for Kids and Adults Calming Techniques Experience Today I experienced one of my proudest calming techniques with my granddaughter even though the events leading up to Read more…
See Below: Tips, Ideas and Suggestions for Navigating the Pros and Cons of Screen Time for Children The Balancing Act for the Pros and Cons of Screen Time Navigating the pros and cons of screen Read more…
See Below Tips, Ideas, and Suggestions for Raising Neurodivergent Children and Grandchildren Raising Neurodivergent Children Raising neurodivergent children is a unique journey that brings both joys and challenges. Neurodivergent individuals, including those with conditions like Read more…
Below See Tips, Ideas & Suggestions for Understanding What is Emotional Well-Being for Your Child Learning the Importance of Your Child’s Emotional Well-Being: As parents and grandparents raising grandkids, we may ask ourselves, what is Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS TO UNDERSTAND A PDA DIAGNOSIS Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance, PDA I only recently heard about PDA, Pathological Demand Avoidance, and PDA Diagnosis associated with Autism and ADHD. A Clinical Read more…
See Below TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS TO AVOID RAISING ENTITLED KIDS Why I Raised Entitled Kids I often wonder how and why I raised entitled kids. When I dig deep, I honestly believe it has Read more…
TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR LEARNING GENERATIONAL VALUES OF GRANDPARENTS & PARENTS What are Generational Values? We all have generational values that are important to us. As a late baby boomer, and an early Gen Read more…
See below for TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR FINDING CONTENTMENT AS A GRANDPARENT & PARENT Finding Contentment What is the magic of finding contentment as a grandparent or a parent? If you are anything like Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR OVER-APOLOGIZING What is Over-Apologizing? Over-apologizing is when someone continually apologizes for their actions. Even if they are not at fault. It has been found that over-apologizing occurs more Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS WHEN YOU FEEL, I DON’T LIKE MY CHILD! Why I Don’t Like My Child Of course, all parents and grandparents are embarrassed to say that I don’t like my Read more…
Below See: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR REBELLIOUS BEHAVIOR IN CHILDREN Rebellious Children As I begin to write about tips, ideas, and suggestions on how to deal with rebellious behavior and rebellious children it is Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR TAKING CARE OF OTHERS Taking Care of Others Have you ever thought about how many times a day you are taking care of others before you take care Read more…
Below See: TIPS, IDEAS, AND SUGGESTIONS ABOUT FEELING STRESSED AND OVERWHELMED Feeling Stressed and Overwhelmed Raising Children I have been told for years that feeling stressed and overwhelmed comes with the territory of raising kids. Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR UNDERSTANDING 5 PARENTING STYLES Understanding 5 Parenting Styles Recognizing Your Own Childhood in These 5 Parenting Styles Understanding these 5 parenting styles is important for all parents as Read more…
Below See: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR TEACHING MANNERS AND RESPECT TO CHILDREN Teaching Manners and Respect Teaching manners and respect to children begins at home. No one is capable of teaching manners and respect Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR REDSHIRTING OR NOT REDSHIRTING KINDERGARTEN What is Redshirting? Redshirting, including redshirting kindergarten, means skipping a year. For school, typically kindergarten, parents are redshirting kindergarten for a variety of Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS ABOUT HEALTHY WEIGHT FOR KIDS FOR BOTH OVERWEIGHT AND UNDERWEIGHT CHILDREN Children’s Weight Changes Through the Generations Healthy Weight for Kids I’ve recently been asking medical professionals, what is Read more…
How Do You Know if Your Child Has Sadness or Depression? See Below: TIPS, IDEAS, AND SUGGESTIONS FOR UNDERSTANDING YOUR CHILD WITH SADNESS OR DEPRESSION It is important to know if your child is suffering Read more…
TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS TO AVOID PARENTING MISTAKES Unintentional Parenting Mistakes Regardless of the type of parent you are, all parents are bound to make some parenting mistakes when raising children. I am a parent Read more…
TIPS, IDEAS AND SUGGESTIONS FOR PREPARING FOR FIRST JOBS FOR TEENAGERS Job Opportunities for Teens: First Jobs for Teenagers What are the best first jobs for teenagers? Looking back, most of us remember our experience Read more…
Puberty and Changing Bodies Puberty is when many things begin to change in a child’s life. Children may feel their changing bodies and emotions are out of their control between childhood and young adulthood. During Read more…
TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR FINDING A LIFE FOCUS FOR YOUR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE What is a Life Focus? Finding a life focus as a 16,17 or 18-year-old high school student is much harder than Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR BEING A TAXI MOM The Role of a Taxi Mom Ok, I’m not a “real” taxi driver, but as a mother of 5, now raising 2 of my Read more…
TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR TAKING CARE OF GRANDPARENTS & PARENTS Grandchildren Taking Care of Grandparents Over the past several years, the number of grandchildren taking care of grandparents has greatly increased. Statistics show that Read more…
Below See: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF LEARNING A NEW SKILL AT ALL AGES Basic Learning Skills: Experience with My Grandkids In order to understand the importance of learning we need to Read more…
See Below TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR DISCIPLINE TECHNIQUES FOR GRANDPARENTS (& PARENTS) Discipline Techniques Challenges Discipline techniques are difficult for parents and grandparents. Since parenting is not a learned life skill humans are born Read more…
Strategies for Students with ADHD; Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Below see: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS REGARDING STRATEGIES FOR STUDENTS WITH ADHD Six years ago, I didn’t know I would be searching for strategies for students Read more…
Below See: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR TRAUMATIC CHILDHOOD EXPERIENCES What Are Traumatic Childhood Experiences? Traumatic childhood experiences may be caused by many reasons. Typically, trauma happens when a child experiences neglect, violence, illness, natural Read more…
Below See: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR NEGOTIATING CUSTODY RIGHTS Negotiating Custody Rights Negotiating custody rights may take time. Often, when child custody rights are being discussed or disputed, agreements may need to be arranged. Read more…
Below See: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR RAISING TEENAGERS My Experiences Raising Teenagers As a mother of five grown children, now raising my two teenage grandchildren, I have deeply felt, and currently feel, every one Read more…
How Many Grandparents are Raising Their Grandchildren? TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDKIDS The number of grandparents raising grandkids has been increasing rapidly over the past 10-15 years. Currently, there are approximately 13 Read more…
Eliminating Morning Chaos Over the years, I’ve learned that rushing and lateness are my two biggest contributors to anxiety. Therefore, in order to avoid feeling overly stressed and anxious, I’ve created a wake-up routine for Read more…
Rules for Co-Parenting What are the rules for co-parenting? Co-parenting can include any other person or relative providing parenting responsibilities and structure for your child. Are you co-parenting? You may be co-parenting with your Read more…
Best Sensory Toys for Autism & ADHD From Children With Autism & ADHD Many parents and grandparents ask what are the best sensory toys for autism and ADHD, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Having a grandson Read more…
TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR EXPLAINING AUTISM (Disclaimer: This is MY personal story of explaining autism. I realize this is NOT everyone’s situation with, therefore, please do not take offense from my experiences with my Read more…
TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR WHAT IS THE BEST AGE TO START DATING What is The Best Age to Start Dating? Many parents, and grandparents raising grandchildren, want to know “what is the best age Read more…
TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR RETIREMENT BUCKET LIST IDEAS WHILE RAISING GRANDKIDS Retirement Bucket List Raising grandkids was not on my retirement bucket list, but things have changed! Five and a half years ago my Read more…
Below See: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS ON HOW CAN SCHOOLS HELP GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN How Many Children are Being Raised by Grandparents in the US? Statistics show that 2.7 million grandparents are raising grandchildren in Read more…
Below See: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR THE BENEFITS OF GRANDPARENTS RAISING GRANDCHILDREN Statistics show there are many benefits of grandparents raising grandchildren. Although it may not be seen as a typical family dynamic, facts Read more…
TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR STEP-GRANDPARENTS Statistics show that the current divorce rate in America is over 44%. Knowing divorces are rapidly occurring in the United States, as well as in other countries, there is Read more…
See Below for: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR ENERGY-BOOSTING EXERCISES How to Start Exercising Again? Are you a busy parent or a grandparent raising grandkids? Are you feeling overwhelmed and exhausted with the responsibilities of Read more…
Below See Tips, Ideas & Suggestions for Understanding Parent-Child Relationship Problems The Need to Understand the Parent-Child Relationship As a child, the parent-child relationship is the most important relationship in their lives. Having a strong Read more…
See Below: Tips, Ideas & Suggestions for NOT Becoming a Toxic Grandparents Below are 7 Red Flags of Toxic Grandparents. Parents should review this list to determine if their child’s grandparents’ actions and behaviors are Read more…
TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS CONCERNING PARENTING CHALLENGES Parenting Challenges Parenting challenges are common, and most likely expected. All parents know how difficult parenting can be from infancy through adulthood. As parents we know that raising Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR MOM’S NIGHT OUT IDEAS Mom Chores Are Never Done! Are you a mom? Are you looking for some mom’s night out ideas for you and your friends. Here Read more…
Below See Tips, Ideas & Suggestions for Summer Activities for Kids and Grandkids Summertime is an exciting time to spend with your kids and grandkids. There are SO many summer activities for kids and grandkids Read more…
Below See: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR MOTHER’S DAY GIFT IDEAS FOR GRANDMOTHERS AND MOTHERS Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for Grandmothers & Mothers Mother’s Day is a celebration of all mothers, including grandmothers. Mothers and Read more…
What are Your Favorite Easter Activities? Check out These Fun Easter Activities for Families to Prepare for Easter. Below See: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR EASTER ACTIVITIES FOR FAMILIES Great Ideas for Easter Activities for Read more…
See below for more: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR OPTIONS AFTER HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION Options After High School Over the years, I have celebrated high school graduations for all five of my children. And, since Read more…
See Below for TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR THE TRUTHS ABOUT PARENTING This post is all about the Simple Truths About Parenting and the Realization of How Hard Parenting can be!! What are the Truths Read more…
See below for more Tips, Ideas & Suggestions for Raising Kids with ADHD Raising kids with ADHD can be very stressful for families. Fortunately, you can learn the best tips, ideas, and suggestions for raising Read more…
Parental Visitations See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR PARENTAL VISITATION Gaining Legal Custody In 2017, I petitioned the court for legal custody of my two school-aged grandchildren. Over the course of their young Read more…
How to Encourage Kids to Do Chores See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS for Chore Ideas for Kids & Teens While raising my five children, and currently raising my two grandchildren, I’ve had many discussions Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR UNDERSTANDING WHAT IS AN IEP PLAN FOR CHILDREN What is an IEP, Individualized Education Program, for Students from K-12 in the Public Education System What is an IEP? Read more…
What Parents & Grandparents Can Learn from Raising Spectacular Kids with Special Needs See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR RAISING KIDS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS Personal Experience from Raising Kids with Special Needs As a grandparent Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR TWEENS AND TEENAGE HYGIENE How Can I Give My Tween & Teenage Hygiene Tips? Tween and teenage hygiene tips are important for parents and kids. As tweens head Read more…
Playing Family Dinner Games Can be Fun & Interactive See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR FAMILY DINNER GAMES This post is about 5+ Creative Ideas for Family Dinner Games & Fun Activities to Keep Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR HELPING WITH HOMEWORK This Post is about Providing Parents & Grandparents With Helpful Homework Tips and Support How Parents & Grandparents Can Use Supportive Homework Tips? With the Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR GUIDELINES & BOUNDARIES FOR RAISING GRANDCHILDREN This Post is about 9 Helpful Tips & Suggestions for Raising Grandchildren and the Role Grandparents Have in Their Grandchildren’s Lives. What Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS This Post is About the Best Options for Extracurricular Activities for Kids and the Importance of Allowing Kids to Decide on Their Own Activities. Read more…
Get Ready! The Grandkids Are Moving In!! See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS WHEN GRANDKIDS MOVE IN This Post is About Important Tips When Grandkids Move In with Grandparents and Finding Comfort in Their New Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR MEANINGFUL ADULT FRIENDSHIPS This Post is About How to Find Meaningful Adult Friendships and How Friendships Can Change Over the Years. Friendships in Adulthood As we go through Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR COMPLICATED TEEN FRIENDSHIPS This post is about Teen Friendships and how to Navigate Complicated Teen Friendships Navigating Tween & Teen Friendships Tween & Teen Friendships are often difficult Read more…
Making Friends is So Easy for Little Kids! What happens? See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR SEEING LOVE IN THE INNOCENCE OF CHILDHOOD FRIENDSHIPS This post is about the innocence of Childhood Friendships and Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR UNDERSTANDING HARMFUL FEAR AND ANXIETY IN CHILDREN This post is about how to Understand Harmful Fear and Anxiety in Children and the difference between them. This post may Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR TAKING FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE This post is about Taking Family and Medical Leave and the importance of keeping your family needs the top priority when making your Read more…
Find out how to help yourself move toward serenity in the days ahead! We all need a little help unwinding and feeling revitalized This post is about learning 5 FREE Ideas on How to Calm Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR SUPPORT SERVICES FOR CHILDREN Support Services for Children When my grandchildren moved in with my husband and me we knew they had experienced years of trauma throughout their Read more…
Below See TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR KIDS ONLINE LEARNING The Reality of Parents & Grandparents Trying to Survive Kids Online Learning! In March of 2020, when the Coronavirus was declared a pandemic, educators, parents/grandparent Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR UNDERSTANDING THE CHALLENGES FACED BY STUDENTS IN SCHOOL How do Parents Understand the Challenges my Child Faces in School? This post is about Learning Important School Procedures & Read more…
See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR THE JOYS AND EXHAUSTION OF PARENTING GRANDCHILDREN This post is about Parenting Grandchildren while maintaining your grandparent relationship. If You Are Parenting Grandchildren, You Are REparenting! What is Read more…
See Below: TIP, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR 5+ BASIC NEEDS OF A CHILD MOVING INTO A NEW HOME This post is about the Basic Needs of a Child Moving into a New Environment. What are Read more…
Finding Child Care Ideas for your Kids or Grandkids See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTION FOR FREE & DISCOUNTED CHILD CARE IDEAS The Need for Child Care Ideas We are all looking for child care Read more…
Getting Custody of a Grandchild or NOT an Easy Decision! See Below: TIPS, IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR HOW TO GET CUSTODY OF A GRANDCHILD OR CHILD Getting legal custody of a grandchild is not an Read more…