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?””
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7 Tips for Eating Out with Kids
I don’t know about you, but one of the most stressful aspects of motherhood is taking my munchkins to a restaurant. Here are a few different ways you can make it easier on yourself. Pick a loud place: I feel so much more comfortable in noisy restaurants where my kids’ errant screeches are covered upContinue reading “7 Tips for Eating Out with Kids”
ASK JACQUE: Dogs, Toddlers, & Snacks
No Dogs Allowed My husband has wanted a dog for a few years now, and we discussed doing it after we had kids. We wanted to be able to travel a bunch and enjoy spending time with friends, without being worried about having an animal to take care of. Well, we’re two kids in, andContinue reading “ASK JACQUE: Dogs, Toddlers, & Snacks”
SuperMom to WorstMom
Today was the kind of day where I felt like supermom by 11am and the worst-mom-ever by 5pm. It began with a trip to preschool with all three children. My mom usually watches baby V, while I drop the girls off, but she was busy today. So I got there really early to give myselfContinue reading “SuperMom to WorstMom”
Christmas on my Mind
I know I’m WAY too early, but I’m already really excited about Christmas. And it’s not because of pumpkin spice. I mean, I LOVE pumpkin everything, but it can be hard to find gluten-free options that are yummy. I’m excited because I feel like the girls are finally getting old enough to do fun activitiesContinue reading “Christmas on my Mind”
Parenting as a Team
I used to always get really excited about holidays because it meant time off to spend with my friends. Now, I’m excited Yev has work off, but holidays can definitely stress me out. It often means we’ll be at someone else’s house, chasing our kids around for the better half of the day, until someoneContinue reading “Parenting as a Team”
It’s OK to be a Mess
Yesterday was a pretty rough day. Sleep deprivation, a messy house, and toddler tantrums got the best of me. I’m finding out that loud noises really affect my sense of well-being, and I need to make more of an effort to take care of myself during the terrible twos. Now, as a previous therapist, IContinue reading “It’s OK to be a Mess”
The Terrible Times: Toddler Edition
Parenting children can often be described as a roller coaster ride. Following that analogy, parenting toddlers can be described as a blindfolded, upside-down, and moving in reverse roller coaster ride from hell. One moment your angels are eager to demonstrate their comprehension and responsibility, and the next they’re suddenly pushing limits in every way imaginable.Continue reading “The Terrible Times: Toddler Edition”
1st Day of Preschool
I dropped the twins off yesterday for their first day of preschool. I’m sure you’re thinking, “What?? Preschool? It’s summer!” Ya I know. But these preschool classes run all year, and the girls finally hit the age requirements to join. They have so much energy that I need to get them out of the houseContinue reading “1st Day of Preschool”
Handle It With Humor
Motherhood requires effective cleaning supplies and a sense of humor. I changed my leggings three times yesterday because of vomit. Twice from baby V and once from our dog, Hermes. This was after cleaning up the remains of breakfast and lunch off of the floor, the table, the chairs. This was after cleaning hands, feet,Continue reading “Handle It With Humor”
Jacqueline Pinchuk 