As we head into a new year, many parents are reflecting on family routines and goals for 2026. One common challenge is helping children take responsibility for everyday tasks – like putting away school bags, picking up towels, or tidying toys – without constant...
If helicopter parents hover, lawnmower parents clear the path entirely. “Instead of just watching over their kids,” says conflict strategist Sarah Blake, “lawnmower parents step in and remove every obstacle.” They make life smoother and safer, but at a cost....
Written by: Jill Savage Most grandparents want to be an asset to their grandchildren — provide a listening ear, welcome heart and a safe place for kids to emotionally land. But how does one do this? I remember the day like it was yesterday. My husband and I,...
By: Collett Smart “I love teenagers!” Yet… I find that whenever I say this phrase people look at me and chuckle, as if waiting for the punchline. There is none. It’s true! I really do love teenagers! Every year I get to spend a week in January with a few hundred...
By: Jenny Baxter How to teach your kids self-awareness so they understand themselves better, and know the impact they are having on others. This blog expands on 20 Ways to Rock at Being a Mother No. 5: Be Self-Aware, which outlines your personal benefits of...
