I have two strong willed children. They really put me through my paces, each in a very different way. As a young mom I tended to react to everything they did. I found myself repeating the parenting methods I grew up with even though I resented my parents for parenting me that way. One day […]
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Protect Your Children: Know about Choking Hazards
Children less than five years old are at greatest risk for choking injuries. Kids in this age range love to explore and put everything in their mouth. Because of this, toys and items around the house – in addition to food – can be a choking hazard. Whether your new little one is starting to […]
How to Deal with a Creepy Father-in-Law
I am engaged to Van. My problem is Van’s stepfather, George, who will soon become my step-father-in-law. I am uncomfortable around George for a variety of reasons, such as: he whispers things to me like, “Van sure has a good eye,” or “If I were a few years younger I’d give Van a run for […]
This Is How Parents Are Becoming Afraid of Parenting
Sadly, over time we have become more uncomfortable with setting limits and being consistent with our daily routines or general rules. Parenting is a difficult job – the most difficult and demanding job I have ever had. Our children need us to be the parent, even when it’s uncomfortable and ugly.
6 Reasons Sex Is a Struggle after Giving Birth
Ask any new parent if their sex life has changed postpartum. If they answer with a quick and cool “not really, why?” they are lying to your face. Or at least hiding something. Because babies. Change. Everything. It’s fairly common for new parents to struggle sexually—at least for a little while. Why does this happen, and what can you do about it?
How Do I Deal With an Unsupportive Mother in Law?
I truly want to release myself of the anger and bitterness I feel toward my mother-in-law. She lives 20 minutes away, but doesn’t ever offer to come by to help or just to see her three-year-old grandson. She is a very active woman socially with golf, luncheons, and friends. She has three older grandchildren […]
Screen Time for Kids: How Much Screen Time Is Too Much?
Technology has improved everyone’s lives in many ways, but it also has its drawbacks. Over the last decade, exposure to smartphones, tablets, handheld video games, and laptops have become unavoidable. Mommybites acknowledges that “older” parents may not be as tech-savvy as younger generations. This results in many older parents being very cautious when it comes to their children using technology.
Tips on Taking Care of Your Toddler’s Teeth
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