Remember your first day at a new job when using the unfamiliar coffee machine felt overwhelming? Fast forward a bit, and now you’re a pro! That’s how it can feel for a toddler on their first day of school – emotional at first then stability. It could be a rollercoaster…
Month: August 2024
5 Advantages of Being a Stay-at-Home Mom to Young Children
Have you ever found yourself debating whether stay-at-home moms or working moms have the tougher job? Let’s skip the comparison, because both come with their own set of challenges and rewards. In reality, stay-at-home moms live at their workplace, without the option to clock out. It may sound overwhelming, but…
Understanding Mom Guilt and How to Avoid its Triggers
What is Mom Guilt? Mom guilt is the self-criticism that arises when you feel you haven’t met the expectations you’ve set for yourself as a parent. It’s a common experience shared by moms from all walks of life, at various stages of parenting. Whether your child is a toddler or…
Working Moms: 3 Vital Tips for Raising Infants and Toddlers
Balancing work while raising children, particularly infants and toddlers, can be exhausting for working moms. This challenge is even greater for those living far from family support. At three months postpartum, a new mom’s hormones are still in flux, compounding her emotional challenges. The stress of caring for a newborn,…
Sleep Patterns: What to Expect from Birth to 4 Years
Is your baby/toddler sleeping through the night yet? Achieving this breakthrough often depends on the child’s age and developmental stage. Over the years, I’ve observed my two toddlers’ sleep patterns evolve in different ways. I concluded that, to a large extent, sleep (for both child and parent) improves as the…