Fighting the Body Image Battle
When a 5-year-old says she never wants to be a mom because she doesn’t want a fat tummy, it’s a wake-up call. Babywise Mom tackles the very real body image …
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The Love of a Mother
Motherhood is hard, beautiful, and life-changing all at once. Babywise Mom reflects on the fierce, transforming love that comes with raising children — and offers an encouraging reminder to every …
Great Go-To Gifts for Teachers
Teacher appreciation is coming — don’t show up empty-handed! Here are my tried-and-true gift ideas, from gift cards (the universal favorite!) to personal touches that show you really know your …
Processing Pain of Child Loss
Losing a child is a pain no parent should bear — yet so many do. Read my deeply personal journey through stillbirth and grief, and the truth I’ve learned: the …
Why Teach Your Kids Virtue?
Learn the reasons you want to take the time to teach virtues to your children. Find out what virtues you should teach and how those benefit your children. Virtue almost …
Kaitlyn Preteen Summary: 9 Years Old
Kaitlyn is 9 — starring in the school musical, blazing through books, and declaring she hates math (despite being great at it). Here’s a look at what life is like …
Choosing the Right Allowance System for Your Family
Should allowance be tied to chores — or not? There’s no one right answer, but there IS one non-negotiable: kids need to learn how to manage money. Here are 5 …