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Resolve to Do the Bare Minimum of Parenting: Show Up

Resolve to Do the Bare Minimum of Parenting: Show Up

I’m not a martyr. I’m not a saint. I believe that, when you can, you show up. I say this not as a flex. It’s what I believe is the bare minimum of parenting.

Discussing Traumatic Events with Children - SavvyMom

How to Discuss Traumatic Events with Children

Parenting expert Alyson Schafer shares 5 things to remember when discussing scary news stories and traumatic events with children.

The Savvy Guide to December

The Savvy Guide to December

Hohoho! What to do, where to go, what to buy, what to read, and more. Our Savvy Guide to December offers up ideas to make the most of this busy month.

Remembrance Day Story Book: A Bear in War - SavvyMom

A Sweet Remembrance Day Story Book

A Bear in War is a sweet Remembrance Day story book told from the perspective of Teddy, a stuffed bear that was sent to the front lines of World War I.

Why More Women Are Switching To Safety Razors

Why More Women Are Switching To Safety Razors

Many of us stick to cartridge razors out of habit — they’re easy to find and easy to use. The…

Why the Day After Halloween Is the Saddest Day of the Year - SavvyMom

Why the Day After Halloween Is the Saddest Day of the Year

The day after Halloween is the saddest day of the year. FOR ME. Because I can no longer threaten my kids as a punishment. Forget Santa or Elf on the Shelf.

Safely Storing and Using Leftover Food - SavvyMom

Safely Storing and Using Your Leftover Food

In my house LEFTOVER FOOD IS NOT CALLED LEFTOVERS! Cooked food that is ready to be re-purposed is a gift to our hungry tummies and our overstuffed schedule.

How to Know if Your Child Is Ready to Stay Home Alone

Your son or daughter may be twelve going on twenty some days, but are they ready to stay home alone? Here’s how to make sure they stay safe while enjoying their newfound independence.

how to raise grateful children

How to Raise Grateful Children

Gratitude can be a hard concept for children to grasp. So, how do we raise grateful children?