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How To Do What I Say I’m Going To Do

I recently had an AHA moment about keeping my word with my child that made me realize I had some work to do! I needed to figure out how to do what I say I’m going to do. I’ve always taken pride in the….

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How To Have An Effective Parent-Teacher Conference

If your child attends a school, then you will attend a parent-teacher conference at some point. As a matter of fact, effective communication between parent, teacher, and the student is a leading factor in the success of a child’s school experience. As a teacher and….

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How To Send An Effective Email To Your Child’s Teacher: The Dos and Don’ts

As a teacher and now a mother, I have seen both sides of the coin in dealing with an educational system. After reading this post, you will know how to send an effective email to your child’s teacher. No matter where your child attends….

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8 Ideas To Do With Your Child This Fall That Boost Development and Bonds

Fall is finally here! It’s a busy season for many families, but the last few months before winter sets in are packed with lots of chances to connect with your kids and have fun together. Here are 8 ideas to do with your child….

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How Tired Moms Can Get More Energy

When I talk to my Mom Friends I repeatedly hear comments like, “I’m always so tired.” and “I don’t have any energy.” or “I wish I could bottle up some of my kid’s energy and use it for myself!” I was like that for….

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Become a YES Parent. 3 Ways To Say YES More Often

It’s not that NO is a bad thing. Most of us grew up hearing Just Say No! But if you’re a child who is hearing it A LOT, then it gets old real fast. You start to tune it out after a while. Lord….

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The Art of Being a Present Parent

One of the biggest challenges the parents I’m connected with say they face is being present when they are with their child. This is an area that I have studied in depth because I believe PRESENCE to be super important to my relationship with….

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Why Moms Lose Their Patience? And What To Do About It

The million dollar question. Why do moms lose their patience? 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….

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5 Time-Saving Tips For Busy Moms Who Want Their Life Back

One thing 99.9% of moms have in common is that they are busy. Every mom you talk to these days starts sentences with, “We are just so busy…” Moms feel there are not enough hours in the day, and they need all of the….

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What To Do Instead of Spanking or Punishment

When you make the wise decision to quit spanking, it doesn’t take long before the questions arise. “What am I going to do instead of spanking? I can’t just let my child get away with murder. I don’t want to be a permissive parent. ….

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Hey, I’m Shelly!

Thank you so much for stopping by my little corner of the internet. I hold a Bachelor’s in Education and a Masters in Education and Principalship. I spent over 15 years in the public school system before I became a mom. Once I became a mom, I experienced quite a shock. I had a lot of questions, and I set out to find the answers. This blog shares what I have learned through research and experience!

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How To Do What I Say I’m Going To Do