potty training – Jacqueline Pinchuk

Your Turn Will Come Papa

What’s the most annoying trait your kids have picked up from your spouse? Well the one that makes me want to rip my hair out right now is toilet paper. Who could have known that two sheets of Charmin could drive a mom insane? Let me back up. Recently, my kids have been adding anContinue reading “Your Turn Will Come Papa”

“Who’s Really in Time Out Now, Mom?”

I’ve found that holding boundaries with children takes way more out of me than them. Sure, they’re upset to be put in time out or have a toy taken away, but enforcing is way harder than enduring. Especially if there are consequences. My girls are going through a bit of an “I’ll show you” stage.Continue reading ““Who’s Really in Time Out Now, Mom?””

Three Under Three

Let me tell you what Three Under Three looks like. It means we’re potty training and sleep training and introducing solid foods all at the same time. It means we are constantly doing laundry because of spit up, poop explosions, potty accidents, and just general food messiness. It means I clean at 10pm at nightContinue reading “Three Under Three”

Failing as a Mom?

Ever felt like a complete failure as a mother? I’ve experienced the word “failure” being part of every mom’s vocabulary. Yesterday was just one of many days where I felt like a failure. The girls watched too much TV. We didn’t get out of the house. I didn’t do any cleaning or laundry. No oneContinue reading “Failing as a Mom?”

Does Time Out Really Work?

My head is ringing and the backs of my eyes hurt. This is pretty much a constant right now. The toddler tantrums are taking a toll on my body, mind, and spirit, and I’m sleeping less than ever! These girls keep me on my toes, and I rarely get to nap because the only time babyContinue reading “Does Time Out Really Work?”

Potty Training – The Poopocalypse

It all began with a pair of socks. I asked Yev, “Hey can you grab me a pair of socks for L’s feet? They’re cold.” “Why don’t I just turn up the heat?” “Because I get hot really quickly with the morning routine. I’m already taking them to the park today, so I know I’llContinue reading “Potty Training – The Poopocalypse”