raising confident kids

10 Ways Intentional Parents Raise Confident Kids

Have you ever wondered why some kids will try anything or speak to anyone and the next child hides behind their parent’s leg? Well, part of it is temperament and personality, but the other part is how they are raised. Yes, there are habits….
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a daily routine that works for your family

How To Create A Daily Routine That Works For Your Family

Do the words daily routine seem boring to you? Are you worried that if you form a routine you won’t be able to be spontaneous? Do you think you will be tied to the clock? Many people are turned off by the thought of….
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the way we talk to children becomes their inner voice

The Impact Of The Way We Talk To Our Child Is Mind-Blowing

Have you heard Peggy O’Mara’s message, “The way we talk to our child becomes their inner voice.”? The quote is viral on the parenting front.  When I first read this, I honestly thought, “Geez, another responsibility.”  I know that our words can’t be taken….
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200 FREE Kid-Friendly Alexa Commands for Your Echol Device- This list includes jokes, games, educational ideas, and more. Plus the top 5 reasons we love our Echo Device #parentingproducts #parentingresources #familylife #intentionalparenting #parentingtips

200 FREE Kid-Friendly Alexa Commands For Your Echo Device

Have you ever wished there was someone else who could answer all of the thousands of questions your child asks you each day?  The ones you don’t know the answer to.  Well, there is.  Her name is Alexa, and she can make a lot….
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how to be a Yes Parent

Become a YES Parent. 5 Simple Ways To Say YES More Often

Do you ever feel like you are constantly saying NO to your child? You know you have to set boundaries, but yet you want to stay connected, right?  This is happening in lots of households.  Now, for the good news.  You can and will….
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how to be a more patient mom

7 Easy Tips to Be a More Patient Mom

Have you ever had a moment where your child barely does something or says something and you POUNCE on the child as if they committed the ultimate misbehavior?  Only to think a few minutes later, “Wow!  I really overreacted.  Where did that come from?….
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Self-care for moms: Taking care of yourself is one of your most important jobs as a mom. Get ideas for self-care in this article. Practice self-love because you can't pour from an empty cup.

Self-Care For Moms: Intentional Habits That Are Proven To Bring Peace

Have you heard all the buzz on self-care and thought to yourself, “I don’t have time for all that?”  Have you read you can only love as much as you love yourself only to roll your eyes in response and think, “I love my….
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more grateful mom

1 Simple Tip To Be a More Grateful Mom

This 1 simple tip will not only help you to be a more grateful mom, but you will eventually be a happier human if you make it a permanent habit. When you read about triggers in the parenting space, whatever you’re reading is usually referring to….
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5 Habits to Ensure You Keep Your Word With Your Child

5 Habits To Ensure You Keep Your Word With Your Child

Do you experience your child asking you to do something a million times, and you have said, “YES,” every time?   I recently had an AHA moment about keeping my word with my child that made me realize I had some work to do!  Now,….
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Welcome, I’m Shelly, BSEED, M.Ed, wife and mother of 2.

Thank you so much for visiting. I am passionate about parenting, child development, and motherhood. I am INTENTIONAL about getting a little better at parenting each day, and I’d love to help you do the same! This blog shares what I have learned through research and experience!  Join me in being an intentional parent.

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