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Parents Have the Birds and the Bees Talk - SavvyMom

Prep Yourself for the Birds and the Bees Conversation

Most of us would rather eat nails than talk to our kids about sex, but this aversion to ‘the birds and the bees” is jeopardizing important information our children need to learn.

Sleeping Tips for Older Kids - SavvyMom

Sleeping Tips for Older Kids

Although I am by no means a sleep expert, I would like to share my sleeping tips for older kids in case they are helpful for other formerly good sleepers and as advice for what not to do in the future…

Should You Force Kids to Say I'm Sorry - SavvyMom

Should You Force Kids to Say ‘I’m Sorry’

Parenting expert Alyson Schafer recommends that parents shouldn’t force kids to say I’m sorry after an incident. Here’s why.

When Will They Sleep? - SavvyMom

When Will They Sleep?

Here are some baby sleep statistics and tips if you’re still pondering that age-old question, “When will they sleep?!”

7 Essential Table Manners for Kids - SavvyMom

7 Essential Table Manners for Kids

Lessons on manners are never over—you may find your kids need reminders. Here are 7 essential table manners for kids.

Becoming a More Relaxed Parent - SavvyMom

Learning to Be a Relaxed Parent and Let My Kids Fall

Do watch your kids’ every move at the playground, worried about falls, bumps, and scrapes? Here’s how I learned to become a more relaxed parent…

What Do I Do When the Kids Get Bored? - SavvyMom

What Do I Do When the Kids Get Bored?

It sucks when it’s March Break and you didn’t plan anything. And kids get bored so easily these days. These tips will help manage their boredom AND you from whining back.

The Mom Club: Outside Looking In - SavvyMom

The Mom Club: I’m on the Outside, Looking In

I’m not part of the mom club. But not because they’re not nice people. I can’t be part of the club, but it’s not because I don’t want to.

Introducing Your Toddler to Your New Baby - SavvyMom

Tips for Introducing Your Toddler to Your New Baby

Whether your toddler is ready to dive into siblinghood or waiting on the sidelines for now, they need guidance from you for life with their new baby.