By setting them up with a good future, you ensure your little one can enjoy a happy, healthy existence for years to come. Here are five tips for giving your offspring the best possible start in life.
5 Ways to Set Your Child Up for the Future
Saturday, February 14, 2026
By setting them up with a good future, you ensure your little one can enjoy a happy, healthy existence for years to come. Here are five tips for giving your offspring the best possible start in life.
How Parents Can Support Their Children in Their Teenage Years
Monday, February 9, 2026
It can be confusing and it can be emotional, and it can make parents feel like they’re always getting it wrong. But the fact is that support in the teenage years isn’t ever going to be perfect, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still try. Keep reading to find out more.
What I Wish I Knew Then: A Mom’s Honest Letter to My Teen Daughter
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
I don’t talk about my teenage years much.
Not because nothing happened, but because a lot did.
I successfully earned myself a pretty rough reputation as a teen, and it followed me straight through high school and into my early twenties. And while I’ve healed, grown, forgiven myself, and built a life I’m proud of, I would be lying if I said those years didn’t make things harder than they ever needed to be.
Now I’m a mom.
And I look at my daughter, standing on the edge of the tween and teen years, and I feel this deep urgency to tell her the things I wish someone had told me clearly, honestly, and without sugarcoating.
So this is my letter to her.
And maybe, if you’re raising a tween or teen, it’s a letter to your child too.
Why 50/50 Isn’t Equal: The Hidden Cost of Invisible Labor on Women and Mothers
Monday, January 12, 2026
On paper, it sounds fair.
But in real life, especially for women and mothers, 50/50 money rarely means 50/50 responsibility. And when labor is not shared equally, women pay the hidden cost with their time, energy, emotional health, and even their bodies.
This is where the conversation about invisible labor, emotional labor, and the mental load becomes unavoidable.
Because equality isn’t just about money.
It’s about shared responsibility, shared rest, and shared sacrifice.
And for many women, especially mothers, that’s not what’s happening.
Millennial Parents Are Not Failing: How They’re Coping in the Most Stressed Parenting
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Millennial Parents Are Raising Kids in the Most Stressed, Isolated, and Expensive Era in History, and Still Showing Up
Millennial parents are often labeled as too soft, too anxious, or over-involved. But those labels ignore a much bigger truth: millennials are raising children in the most stressed, isolated, and expensive parenting era in modern history, and they’re doing it with more intention, emotional awareness, and involvement than any generation before them.
Despite facing record levels of anxiety, burnout, and financial pressure, millennial parents actually spend three times more time with their kids than previous generations did at the same stage of life. That’s not failure. That’s effort under pressure.
So how are millennial parents really coping, and why does it feel so hard?
Millennials Entered Parenthood Already Burned Out
Unlike previous generations, millennial parents are also the most emotionally aware. They’re the first generation widely talking about trauma, mental health, boundaries, and emotional regulation, not as buzzwords, but as survival tools.
Many millennials are doing something unprecedented: reparenting themselves while parenting their children. They’re healing old patterns, questioning harmful norms, and trying to build healthier emotional foundations, all in real time.
That kind of work is heavy. And invisible.
Teaching Children Gratitude with Free Bible Verse Thanksgiving Printables
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
To make this lesson fun and meaningful for young children, I created a few Free Bible Verse Thanksgiving Coloring Pages and Printables that focus on giving thanks to God. These are perfect for preschoolers and early learners, whether you use them in Sunday School, at home, or in the classroom.
Reinventing Digital Parenting for Dual-Income Households: Smart Tech that Works While You Work
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Your Child’s First Lessons in Money Management: Opening a Savings Account and More
Friday, July 25, 2025
As children grow, they’re often exposed to financial situations, whether it’s tagging along during grocery runs, receiving money for birthdays, or choosing between toys at a store. These everyday moments naturally spark curiosity about how money works.
Rather than waiting for them to learn about finances later, parents can use this curiosity as a starting point for meaningful lessons. These can be as simple as explaining where money comes from, like salaries or allowances, to more structured habits like opening a savings account in the Philippines. With their parents’ guidance, children can develop a strong foundation for financial responsibility.
Let’s go through some of the first money lessons you can teach your child, from understanding the value of money to helping them manage their own savings:
How to Help Your Teen Become a Safer Driver — Without Being a Helicopter Parent
Monday, July 21, 2025
That balance can be hard to strike. It’s easy to slip into "helicopter parent" mode, constantly checking their location or worrying about every trip they take. But what if there was a better way?
Age-Appropriate Chores for Kids: Raising Responsible and Capable Helpers
Friday, July 18, 2025
In this guide, we’ll cover helpful age-appropriate chore lists from toddlers to teens, plus why teaching your children how to do chores is crucial for their development.
Remember: every family is unique, and what works for one household might not work for another, and that’s perfectly okay!
What Science Says About ‘Momnesia’ and How to Hack It
Monday, June 9, 2025
Parenting Philosophies & Discipline: How to Set Firm Limits with Kindness
Friday, May 16, 2025
More and more families are turning toward gentle parenting, positive discipline strategies, and respectful parenting approaches. These philosophies prioritize connection, empathy, and communication, without sacrificing structure and limits. If you're curious about how to parent with both warmth and consistency, this guide will help you understand how to set firm limits with kindness and reorient your household with respectful, listening-based discipline.
The Power of Adolescents Mentoring: Helping Teens Achieve Their Goals
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Mentors help teens build confidence, remain focused, and strive for higher goals. They transform confusion into clarity and struggles into opportunities for growth. Adolescent Mentoring isn't just helpful, it's powerful. Curious about how this connection shapes brighter futures? Continue reading to discover the impactful role of mentoring.
What Every Parent Should Know About Their Teen’s Birth Control Rights
Friday, April 18, 2025
Let’s break it down: what should parents actually know about their teen’s legal rights, medical options, and how to stay part of the conversation?
Creative Ways To Bond With Your Children After School
Wednesday, April 9, 2025
Well, what’s important to bear in mind is that those hours after school are a fantastic opportunity - your child’s had a full day, you’ve probably had one too, and maybe neither of you need a long heart-to-heart, but you do need some form of connection - it’s so important. What we mean is that you need to spend a little time together that’s easy, warm, and fun, and it doesn’t have to be a lot or take ages, and it definitely doesn’t have to be expensive or stressful. In fact, sometimes the very best moments can just happen when you’re both doing something silly, creative, or relaxing together (or maybe all those things at once!).
With that in mind, if you’re looking for new ways to bond that are really going to work, here are some ideas to consider - keep reading to find out more.
The Role of First Aid Knowledge in Parenting
Friday, April 4, 2025
When parents have first aid knowledge, they can act quickly and confidently in emergencies. Keep reading to uncover all the details.
Understanding Parental Burnout: How to Recognize and Overcome It
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
If you're feeling like you’re running on empty and struggling to keep up with the demands of parenting, you're not alone. Many parents face burnout at some point. The good news is that recognizing the signs early and learning how to cope can help you regain balance and find joy in your parenting journey once again.
What Is Parental Burnout?
The Hidden Effects of a Messy Home on Your Child’s Development and How to Tackle the Chaos
Friday, February 28, 2025
Parenting is already demanding, and when mental health challenges or exhaustion come into play, maintaining a clean home can feel impossible. You are not alone in this. Today, we’re diving deeper into practical, manageable ways to maintain a livable home, even when you feel stuck.
How I Got My Child an IEP in Public School: A Personal Journey
Friday, February 21, 2025
My child didn’t even get their glasses until they were almost five, and I was told they probably couldn’t see properly for most of their life. That’s a whole other story, but all I’ll say is, Mamas, trust your instincts. Don’t let anyone convince you otherwise.
After nearly two years of virtual learning with my child at home, I just knew something wasn’t quite right. It wasn’t that there was something "wrong," but they clearly needed more support. Their brain simply works differently. And I was doing it all by myself even though I was married then.
The bureaucratic hurdles we faced to get them the help they needed were heartbreaking. Navigating the system to get your child the right education means jumping through hoops, wading through endless red tape, and feeling like the system doesn’t always prioritize helping children. I remember their second-grade year—my child’s teacher was overwhelmed by a classroom full of kids who didn’t have reliable support at home or who were acting out. I saw this firsthand since I was the room mom (the only way I could actually get into the school). The teacher didn’t quite see what I was seeing, but she advised me to seek an outside evaluation if I thought something was wrong. My ex of course tried to say that we couldn't afford it, but I reminded him of our health savings account. He then tried to say that we didn't have enough in there so I said I would pay for it with my savings. When we finally got the diagnosis of dysgraphia and ADHD, it was a huge relief to know I wasn’t imagining things. Of course, my ex chimed in with, “Oh, I got to listen in on this,” with a smirk, but hearing that diagnosis from the professional just wiped that smirk right off his face.
From there, my child began their Section 504 plan, but it wasn’t until third grade that we found a teacher who truly understood and helped us navigate the system to get them the real support they needed.
My child was falling behind in a few key areas, and as much as I tried to help at home, I knew they needed more than what was being offered in the classroom. It became clear that I needed to explore more specialized support, which led me on the journey to get them an Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
Tips To Help Guide Your Kids Towards the Future They Want
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
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