I was so focused for so long on having another baby that I honestly didn’t spend much time thinking about how a new baby sibling would impact James and the steps for preparing toddler for new baby. I was more…
The Best Tips I’ve Found for Dealing with Tantrums
Ok, so I admit it. I got cocky. I thought I had this whole tantrum thing on lock. I read a book that was really insightful, and thought I knew how to manage the whole tantrum thing and that James…
How to Be a Good Parent When You’re Tired
I should really have put a question mark at the end of the blog post title, because honestly, I don’t know the answer. Lately, I’ve been exhausted and I have found it nearly impossible to muster the strength to play with James and run after and plan activities for him so he can get his energy out — and I feel terrible. Honestly, I’m so exhausted and there’s so much going on and it happens to coincide with this period where James is really active and really defiant, and I find myself losing my patience more than usual.
How to Get a Toddler to Brush Their Teeth (Without Throwing a Fit)
Every night, James cries and throws a fit when I brush his teeth. He usually loves holding the toothbrush himself and pretending to brush, but he hates when I go in to give him a good brushing afterward. The thing…
Motherhood Mondays: I Thought I Wanted James to Cry When I Left For Work…
I was wrong. The idea that the baby cries when I leave for work means they love you and will miss you and are attached is something I think I held onto in my head. But the reality is that…
Motherhood Mondays: Is it Possible That the Terrible Twos Are Coming Early?
So I always assumed that James would remain my sweet little angle until at least two and that I wouldn’t have to worry about tantrums or screaming until his second birthday, but I feel like either I have an overachiever…
