One of the most common frustrations I hear parents speak about is the lack of motivation in their children. It is frustrating, confusing and very disheartening. You know your child is capable – but they just don’t seem to try….
Do you have a reluctant reader at home? Wondering why your child hates reading? I shared 8 possible reasons why your child may fight you with reading and what you can do about today on The Confident Mom Audio Blog. …
Are you laughing yet? I know as busy moms finding a few minutes alone is hardly possible and then to have it be “peaceful AND quiet?” I know, but honestly you have to strive to make a routine in your…
I talked last week in The Confident Mom Insider Connection newsletter about the importance of reading and tips on how to encourage your kids to read. I wanted to share with you another way you can encourage your kids to…
Communicating with our children can be a difficult task at times. We feel like they’re not listening to us; they feel like we’re not listening to them – it is a crazy cycle. Good listening and communications skills are essential…
We have all had those moments where we think our kids know how to act in a situation, but then embarrass us. It is awkward for sure, but gives us parents an indication of where or what we can help…
Studies have shown that parental involvement and an educational, intellectually-stimulated home environment can improve your child’s chance at being a successful student. How can you accomplish this? Here are some tips. Education Is All Around Us Parents can prepare a…
Tackling this daily task in the Weekly Household Planner: Exercise I shared some ideas on this topic a few months ago, but as the school year approaches and we begin to start NEW routines, I thought it would be good…
Ugh, mom guilt. It seems to be an integral part of motherhood. Born at the moment of conception, the guilt starts wreaking havoc on your life. Even before the baby is born you start thinking, “I shouldn’t have done this”…
For me, morning is either the best part of the day, or the worst. I typically am an early riser and have been most of my life, but different seasons of life lead me into different body clock cycles too. …
