Let’s be honest, you don’t have a sick kid toolkit in your house right now. Guess what? You need one! Kids get sick when you least expect it, so be prepared. Every time my kids get sick, I have to run to the store to get medicine. Keeping things you'll need at a time when it won't be convenient to go to the store is my best practical parenting tip. If you don't have one, … [Read more...]
The Universe wants me to share something with you
The universe is a funny thing. Lately, I’ve been getting little nudges to write about chronic pain in children. It’s been a while since I've written about Pea’s Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis. I’ve been reluctant to write much about it because…I think she is finally in remission. There. I said it. I’ve been afraid to say it because I did not want the Universe to … [Read more...]
The beginner’s guide to helping your young child cope with chronic pain
There are few things in this world more heart wrenching than watching your young child in pain. Moms are supposed to be able to fix everything. Those little pain wracked eyes plead with you to take it away but when it comes to chronic pain--you just can't. This is the case with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis. When the disease is flaring and the affected joints are … [Read more...]
Practical Tips for Busy Moms to Prevent Sickness this Year
Wouldn’t it be fabulous if our kids never got sick? Unfortunately, it happens from time to time, but some sicknesses are actually preventable. Yes, there are things you can do to help prevent your kids from getting sick For those we can't prevent, check out these hacks. This post may contain affiliate links. Practical Tips for Moms to Prevent Sickness Taking … [Read more...]
On Halloween and little princess victories
Halloween this year was ridiculously fun. Maybe it was the party atmosphere and the horde of family members trick or treating with us this year, but it was full of laughter and fun. I am pretty sure there were more adult family members in our group than their were children. There was at least 3o of us! As usual, Pork Chop and I had coordinating costumes while Pea sashayed … [Read more...]