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I am an old appliance on its last legs - SavvyMom

I Am an Old Appliance on Its Last Legs

At some point in the last few years I stopped being a person and became an old appliance. I have become an old TV that needs to be whacked to keep working.

raising good kids more important than academic achievement

Raising a Good Kid Should Matter More Than Academic Achievement

There’s nothing harder than watching your child fail. But raising good humans and helping them succeed is not mutually exclusive.

How to Stop Being the Default Parent - SavvyMom

Stop Being the Default Parent (Without Losing Your Mind)

Being the default parent doesn’t have to be a permanent role. Here’s how to push back and create a more balanced household where responsibility is truly shared.

Teaching Kids Financial Responsibility

The experts at Golden Girl Finance offer 5 simple lessons around money to help teach kids financial responsibility that you can share with your children today.

Magnesium for Better Sleep - SavvyMom

Magnesium: The Mom Hack for Less Stress & Better Sleep

Feeling a bit tired and on edge? Enter magnesium: the ultimate mom hack for less stress and better sleep.

Why Do My Kids Only Listen When I Yell? - SavvyMom

Why Do My Kids Only Listen When I Yell?

I asked my robot friends at Chat GPT, “Why do my kids only listen when I yell?” I have never felt more validated. Here’s what they said…

Live or Let Dye: When Should I Let my Hair Go Grey?

Ultimately my uncertainty stems from clinging to the person I used to be, the dark-haired person I still believe I am. The truth is, I’m not ready to see that woman disappear, never to come back.

I Wish I Hadn’t Wished Those Long Days Away

I’d dread upcoming school holidays and the lack of routine and structure. Remind yourself now how few of these days are left, because they really are a gift.

Parenting Challenges Are Like Snakes & Ladders - SavvyMom

Parenting Challenges? It’s Snakes & Ladders

We all have our parenting challenges because parenting is hard. Parenting neurodiverse kids or children with mental health issues is harder.