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Raising kids is no joke. We all want to be the most effective parents possible, making sure our children grow up with a sense of emotional and physical safety, strong connections, clear boundaries, and plenty of patience. But there’s one area of parenting that often leaves us scratching our heads—how do we instill values or […]
One of the biggest goals we have as parents is to raise our children to be successful, responsible adults. But let’s be honest—this doesn’t happen overnight. It requires us to gradually give up some control, allowing our children to gain more freedom and responsibility. Easier said than done, right? Thankfully, Timothy Smith created a Countdown […]
Looking for REAL advice for your Middle School boy before he starts school? Are you looking for REAL advice for your middle school boy before he starts school? I’ve written about tween boy hygiene tips and getting organized for school, but nothing tells the truth like this one. This advice comes straight from a real 7th […]
Are you navigating the world of tween girl hygiene at home? As your tween girl prepares for middle school, good hygiene practices become more important than ever. After our popular tween boy hygiene post, many readers requested a guide for tween girls too. While I’m not an expert on this topic, my sister, who has […]
Tween & Teen Boy Hygiene Do you have a boy in your house? Not only are they getting ready for middle school, they might also like some help with their hygiene. I’m far from an expert, but let me share things I’m learning about young men and hygiene: shampoo, body soap, deodorant, tooth brushing, fingernails, […]
