Tag: family rules
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Why I’m Allowing My Child to Explore the iPad Freely
Get Pregnant Fast “Alright, everyone. Seriously? I said no more videos. Step away from the screen.” I marched over to the couch, where my two boys were glued to the iPad, their heads bent low, eyes fixated on the glowing display. As I reached out to take it from them, my eldest quickly pulled back,…
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Dear Parents: You’re Not That Unique
Get Pregnant Fast As I sat by the pond, watching my four-year-old struggle to get the hang of floating, I couldn’t help but notice a familiar scene unfold. During swim class, there are clearly marked areas where swimming is prohibited—including the dock—but every day, some parents seem to think their children deserve an exception. Today,…
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Tired of Bargaining with Your Kids? Embrace the Bright Line Rule
Get Pregnant Fast As any mom with a legal background knows, the bright line rule is a game changer. Let me spare you the hefty law school tuition and break it down for you: a bright line rule streamlines decision-making by eliminating ambiguity—no exceptions allowed. Think of the speed limit: regardless of whether you’re a…
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Navigating the Toy Gun Debate: A Parent’s Reflection
Get Pregnant Fast Before I embraced motherhood, I had a laundry list of things I vowed I would never do with my children. My kids would steer clear of tacky character shirts, my daughter would rock chic one-piece swimsuits, and we would maintain a strict policy of family dinners where healthy meals were non-negotiable. I’d…
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Understanding Your Role When Parenting Teens and Tweens
Get Pregnant Fast Navigating the challenges of raising tweens and teens can feel like an uphill battle. Recently, my 12-year-old son, Jake, stormed off to his room after a disagreement we had about his use of a social media platform that we had explicitly banned. While he didn’t slam the door, his frustration was palpable…
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My Kids’ Punishment? A Trip to the 1970s
Get Pregnant Fast If I didn’t experience it in 1977, you won’t have it today… My kids are convinced that the 1970s are the worst possible time to exist. Whenever my partner and I share stories from our childhoods, their expressions range from disbelief to sympathy, but mostly, I see a sense of relief that…
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Mom Believes These Two Words Protected Her Kids from a Close Call with Abduction
Get Pregnant Fast As parents, it’s our responsibility to educate our children about the dangers that lurk in the world. Yet, as they grow, we often realize they only retain a fraction of what we say. Our ultimate goal is to keep them safe, even though we can’t always be there. One mother’s chilling experience…
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Parenting Principles: The Rules of Order by Dr. Harley Rotbart
Get Pregnant Fast I dedicate this piece to my dear friends, Mia and Ben. Mia, the inspiring voice behind Intrepid Mama, has graciously offered me a platform to share my thoughts, and her unique approach to parenting is the inspiration for this post. Ben, my grandfather, was one of the most meticulous individuals I’ve ever…
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4 Essential Guidelines for Adult Children Residing at Home
Get Pregnant Fast As summer fades and the back-to-school season approaches, not every parent is celebrating. While some moms are eagerly preparing for kids to head off to school, others find themselves with adult children returning home to nestle back under their roofs. For various reasons, not every recent high school graduate or college student…
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18 Non-Negotiable Rules I Stand Firm On For My Kids – Seriously!
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent, I’ve established some strict, unwavering rules that I refuse to bend for my kids. With three little ones in the house, these guidelines have actually proven to be quite effective. Here’s a glimpse into my parenting philosophy that might inspire you to create your own set of boundaries: The…