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The 3 Major Challenges Of Parenthood, And How To Own Them

Parenthood is not easy. If anyone has told you otherwise, it’s time to reassess how honest they were with you. While having the fifth child might not be so much of a novel experience as the first, as you’re now prepared and know what to deal with, you still have one more child to look after. That takes time, energy, enthusiasm, and bundles of love to take part in well.




There are many parents out there. Not all of them are skilled for the task. Some learn, others do not. Some do all they can, others skirt the responsibility. That being said, all have to face universal parenting challenges that take time to show. For some, delayed responses to speech development can leave them worried, other children may have special needs, while others may suffer medical issues. Even if your child is lucky enough to avoid all of these potential issues, they still have the difficult task of learning how to be a human being at their fingertips. That’s tough, and it’s tough for you to raise a human being from scratch. Technically, you’re still a relatively young person before the age of 40. You can’t know all the answers.

So, what are these challenges, and how can they be overcome? Let’s discuss:
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Back-To-School Essentials for Virtual Learning

Look on the positive side of things, we don't have to spend a small fortune buying new school clothes. All jokes aside, I was honestly devastated when I heard the news that we would be starting "virtual learning until further notice" because my son doesn't do well with me teaching him. He needs his eager classmates and the guidance of someone who knows how to handle a child with a short attention span. But if this means that my child won't get this virus, then that is what I have to do and what needs to be done. So my back-to-school shopping guide has to look a lot different this year and that's okay. The thing that stinks is I still have supplies at my child's school from last semester.



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Homeschool Online Science Labs

This post is sponsored by Greg Landry of College Prep Science.

If you are like me, then you are a planner. With everything going on, it has been hard to plan when things are so unpredictable. I want to do the right thing for my children, while keeping them safe. We are starting the school out in a virtual learning environment, but I am no teacher and I hate making mistakes. So I have been researching options that can help not only my family, but others as well.




Science labs have always been a challenge for homeschooling families: supplies, specimens, equipment, writing lab reports, knowing how to perform labs, smelly frogs on the kitchen table, etc. Some families attempt to remedy those issues by getting together with other families and doing labs together - pooling resources or doing science labs in a homeschool co-op setting. But, that too is sometimes problematic and often doesn't end well. The newest challenge is not being able to do labs with other families or in a homeschool co-op setting because of COVID-19.
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Create at Home with Allessimo Reality Puzzles

This post is sponsored by Allessimo to provide our honest review. All opinions are my own.

Filling our days with activities has been harder than I thought it would the last month. We have been social distancing as much as possible so staying at home has pretty much been an almost every day basis. Which I know it has been for most people. Even during these warmer months, it feels like it has been raining every other day. So if you have been like me and trying to fill your days with some fun and creativity, then I would love to share Allessimo Reality Puzzles with you.




We were sent a few 3D puzzles from Allessimo to review. Two puzzles were build and paint (plane and flamingo) while the other two were build and sculpt (dinosaur and elephant). What I love about them the most is that they take puzzles and crafts, then combine them. The seriously turn a tradition wooden puzzle on it's head. These 3D puzzles make a fun project and awesome keepsake as well.


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Five Great Sports For Kids

At one time or another, most parents will consider starting their children in sports. Joining a local sports team or club is very common for kids, and it can be a great outlet for them. Nevertheless, it can be stressful for a parent to make this decision, and it can be difficult to decide what sport is best suited to their child.




It’s natural for a mother or father to be concerned, especially if it’s your firstborn. However, instinctive worry is part of parenthood and should not be the determining factor when making a decision about your child playing sports. Although injuries can happen, serious ones are quite rare, and the benefits far outweigh the risks.

Sports of all kinds can have amazing benefits for children. On a physical note, it develops their fitness levels, improves balance, enhances coordination, and makes them stronger. For mental development, sports promote teamwork, sportsmanship, and can improve social skills.

There is no ideal age for a child to start playing sports, as they all develop at different stages. At five years old or younger, sports that focus on basic motor functions are most beneficial. Games or activities that involve running, jumping, throwing, and catching are perfect.

From the age of five and beyond, children are capable of engaging in more complex sports. This is where you may begin considering starting your kids in a sports team or club.

With this in mind, here are five great sports for your kids to play.
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