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Don’t let your type-a nature cheat your child out of valuable life lessons
by Sarah on Friday, March 29th, 2013 | 1 comment
I've always imagined myself as a rather laid-back mom...not quite the antithesis of a helicopter parent, but definitely trending towards the other end of the spectrum. Sadly (for me) I've learned I have a lot more in common with those much maligned parental units who hover over their precious charges than I would care to ... [read more] -
How to teach your preschooler to make his bed
by Sarah on Wednesday, February 13th, 2013 | 4 comments
Do you think a 4-year-old can make a bed? Neatly? Now what if I told you this particular four-year old is a rambunctious boy with absolutely no innate sense of orderliness... ...and that he mastered the art of making his bed during the course of one week. Yup. It's true. My now six-year-old boy mastered the art ... [read more] -
Tool: Free Printable Child’s Gift List Form
by Hollie on Thursday, December 20th, 2012 | 2 comments
It can be very hard for children to think about others during the holiday season. We have to help children learn to give, not just receive. Use this child's gift list form to help children record their gifts to others, as well as their Christmas list. In ... [read more] -
How to battle with a picky eater and win (UPDATED WITH WINNER)
by Sarah on Monday, January 30th, 2012 | 37 comments
The winner of the Speedy Sneaky Chef is: Bryanna Smith Congratulations Byranna! Please email sarah @ getbuttonedup dot com with your details. This contest is now closed. REVIEW & GIVEAWAY As I lamented in my BabyCenter post this week, motherhood is humbling. Just when you think you have it all figured out, you get knocked on your smug ... [read more] -
Tool: Free Printable Kid’s Morning Routine Chart
by Sarah on Thursday, November 10th, 2011 | 7 comments
Mornings are hectic. Having to get kids up and ready for school makes it even more so. But they become a whole lot easier once your child learns how to adopt a positive morning habit...and do it on autopilot. Use this chart to reinforce four simple behaviors with your child. The routine can be done before or ... [read more] -
Are you the parent your kids need you to be?
by Sarah on Monday, October 10th, 2011 | 4 comments
Winging it as a parent For the past five years I have been like 99.9% of parents on the planet: pretty much winging it. While I have read my fair share of books on parenting, I never took an in-depth parenting course. I gleaned what knowledge I could from teachers, other moms, and from occasionally catching ... [read more] -
The power of simple habits and routines for organizing kids
by Sarah on Tuesday, August 30th, 2011 | 7 comments
From DVD programs that supposedly expand your brain to speed reading programs, there are a plethora of products on the market that cater to parents looking to give their children a leg up in life. But before you rush out to buy a brain-enhancing product, consider another (free) alternative: instilling a good habit or routine. ... [read more]
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