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Why Your Child Needs A Routine + A Free Printable Daily Routine Chart

I always knew routines were important. Not just for kids, but for everyone. Routines teach structure, discipline, and give purpose to the day. But I had no idea that the lack of a routine could cause the issues I have been dealing with for months now. — Lately, I’ve really been struggling with parenting my 3 year old, Elsie. Everything was a fight, from brushing her hair to eating meals. She would throw such big tantrums that she almost seemed out of control. I wondered whether her  ...

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Lifestyle

11 Items Your Little Girl Needs in Her Fall Wardrobe

This post contains affiliate links. Please read my disclosure for more info. Fall is here and it’s seriously my FAVORITE time of year when it comes to fashion. The boots, the scarves, the sweaters…..I just can’t. And don’t even get me started on all the adorable fall fashion for kids! Elsie is at the age where she can actually wear cute outfits with accessories and not ruin them in 2 seconds, so I’m really excited to build her wardrobe this year. When I’m  ...

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Motherhood

Think You Know How to Potty Train Your Toddler? You’re Wrong.

Potty training is a rite of passage; that final step kids take towards becoming a “big kid”. But what happens when your child just doesn’t seem to catch on? My toddler is that kid; here’s our story and experience with potty training so far.   Early Introduction When my daughter was 18 months old, I began scrolling through Pinterest to find articles about early potty training. I read all the tips and tricks and made a game plan. She accompanied me on a trip to  ...

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