As a working mom, you know all too well that the weekend flies right by. Today we wanted to help you with maximizing your weekend. The time on the weekend can be used to enjoy the life you work hard to support. We just have to share some of the best tips and tricks that will help any working mom maximize their time during the weekend. Below you’ll find our tried and true … [Read more...] about Working Mom Guide to Maximizing the Weekend
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How to Delegate Chores to Teens
When your children reach the lovely age of teenage life it’s time to figure out how they can start helping around the home. Learning new ways to delegate chores to teens is a simple way to curb mom burnout, teach important life skills, and get your family working together. Delegating chores to teens will go without much fuss if you’ve already had a household where kids … [Read more...] about How to Delegate Chores to Teens
Juggling Work at Home and Homeschooling
Many parents have to handle the juggling of work at home and homeschooling. This option to help provide your children with a solid education all the while earning an income from home is a fabulous way to get some freedom in your life. With that being said, working from home and homeschooling your children provides a higher need for focus, scheduling, and productivity than … [Read more...] about Juggling Work at Home and Homeschooling
Ways to Make Time for Yourself as a Working Mom
Being a working mom makes it harder to find time for yourself. You’re’ already juggling so many things! You need to make time for the kids, your partner, household chores, and everything else, so how in the world will it be possible to make time for self-care? We’re here to tell you that it is possible to be a working mom and find time for yourself. We’re going to lay down … [Read more...] about Ways to Make Time for Yourself as a Working Mom
How to Free Yourself of Mom Guilt
Every mom has experienced this guilt that they’re doing something right or not doing enough throughout their journey with motherhood. This feeling is referred to as mom guilt. Mom guilt comes in many forms but the overall feeling is that of anxiety and fear. It’s hard to not question your decisions as a parent as you navigate the difficult season of motherhood. From birth … [Read more...] about How to Free Yourself of Mom Guilt
Pros and Cons of Both Parents Working
Many people talk about working moms or working dads but rarely do they discuss what the pros and cons are when both parents work. Today we’re diving into this topic to help you see the pros and cons of having a household where both parents work outside of the home, while the kids attend daycare or stay home alone. There are many pros and cons of both parents work. The most … [Read more...] about Pros and Cons of Both Parents Working
How to Find a Great Babysitter
One of the hardest decisions you’ll face as a parent is finding a great babysitter! You might need to hire a babysitter while you work or maybe you’ll need a babysitter for a night out. Whatever the reasons you have for looking for a great babysitter, we have some tips to help you find the right person. If you don’t have a family member or close friend to watch the kids for … [Read more...] about How to Find a Great Babysitter
Effects of Working Parents on Child’s Development
Parents play an important role in molding the development of their children. Everything from parents’ personality, behavior, communication efforts, and work ethic will play a role in how the child grows up in this world. Since many households have to have two working parents, be it outside of the home or inside of the home, it’s vital that we visit and discuss the topic of … [Read more...] about Effects of Working Parents on Child’s Development
Best Jobs for Working Parents
There are many jobs available for parents who need to work but want time for family. Today we’re going to dive into the topic of the best jobs for working parents. Each of these jobs are options for a parent who desires the best of both worlds; working and family. When applying for a job, as a parent, you must understand what your schedule will allow, and how the job will … [Read more...] about Best Jobs for Working Parents
How To Balance Mother Life and Work
When you have young kids at home but you have to work to make a living, it's hard to find balance. If you ask working mothers all over the world what's the one area they struggle with the most, they'll more than likely answer "balancing mother life and work". This is because it's not easy to do! The thing is that when it comes to balancing work and parenthood, it may be more … [Read more...] about How To Balance Mother Life and Work
How to Make Distance Learning Easier on Family
Now that we’re well into the 2020 school season, many families have had to adapt to distance learning for their kids. Some schools are in session in a traditional way, such as kids going to school five days a week but with social distancing and mask requirements. Some kids are going to school in-person part-time with other days being distance learning. Then there are other … [Read more...] about How to Make Distance Learning Easier on Family
The Pros and Cons of Being a Work at Home Parent
Working from home can feel like a rollercoaster ride at times. You’ll have some excellent days and then other days where the kids seem to want everything from you. These days more parents are finding that they have to switch to work at home due to restrictions at their workplace or in their state. Whether you’re new to working from home or experienced with the work at home … [Read more...] about The Pros and Cons of Being a Work at Home Parent
How to Balance Work at Home and Kids
The struggle to juggle kids and work is so hard! When you bring that work into your home, it’s even more difficult. Many work at home parents struggle with finding the perfect balance to get work done so they can pay the bills but also pay attention to their kids so they don’t miss out on their kids’ experiences. Today we’re going to dive into the topic of balance with work … [Read more...] about How to Balance Work at Home and Kids
Should You Pay Your Teen to Babysit Siblings?
When you’re the working parent of multiple children there will come a time when your oldest child is ready to babysit their siblings. Each state and region has a set of rules that govern what age a child can be left home alone and when they can be left home alone to babysit their siblings. Whether you abide by the rules set forth of your state or you simply feel your teen … [Read more...] about Should You Pay Your Teen to Babysit Siblings?
The Best Jobs for Working Moms
There are more working moms now than ever before. Working moms are women who have children but opt to continue with their career goals by putting their children in daycare or some sort of family care while they venture out into the world to work at their job. Having a job is a way for working moms to provide for their families, and many households require a two-income … [Read more...] about The Best Jobs for Working Moms
Advice for Working Moms Making Kids’ Back to School Decision
The decision to send kids back to a traditional school or not has been weighing on the minds of working parents everywhere. The decision becomes even more difficult if you have younger children. It seems most working moms have opted to let their older children make this decision on their own, but can younger children really make this difficult choice? Today we’re going to … [Read more...] about Advice for Working Moms Making Kids’ Back to School Decision
Tips to Master Being a Single Working Mom
So you’re out there in the world as a single mom trying to survive. The current times have made life even harder for you. The difficulties of trying to continue being a single working mom all the while daycares are closed down, schools are doing hybrid or distance learning and you’re left wondering how your world will ever be the same again. These are just a few of the … [Read more...] about Tips to Master Being a Single Working Mom
Tips to Free Yourself from Working Mom Guilt
As a working mom, you’ve probably felt guilt over missing moments in your kids’ lives due to work hours. Maybe you feel like you’re not around enough or you’re missing the important moments you should be there for. Well, you’re not the only one that experiences this guilt. It’s called working mom guilt, and it’s a heavy burden to carry. Especially as your child ages and this … [Read more...] about Tips to Free Yourself from Working Mom Guilt
How to Juggle Remote Work and Family
Many parents still have to work remotely due to the pandemic. With back to school season arriving, many children are forced to partake in remote education. This means more and more families are spending hours at home both working and learning. With this new environment in the family home, you must learn new ways to juggle remote work and family. You may need to create a … [Read more...] about How to Juggle Remote Work and Family
Could The Pandemic Scar this Generation of Working Parents?
A whole generation of working parents had their life turned upside down due to the pandemic. The pandemic shutdown made it so many parents had to return home to either be remote workers or be a full-time parent for the first time in their life. This may have resulted in the scarring of a generation of working parents all over the world, and today we’re going to discuss this … [Read more...] about Could The Pandemic Scar this Generation of Working Parents?
From Sleep Training to Night Terrors: Understanding Your Child’s Sleep Habits
Sleep is an essential part of a child's development. Adequate sleep helps children grow, learn, and stay healthy. However, many parents struggle with their child's sleep habits. From sleep training to night terrors, understanding your child's sleep patterns can be challenging. Here are some common sleep issues that children face and how to address them. Sleep … [Read more...] about From Sleep Training to Night Terrors: Understanding Your Child’s Sleep Habits
The power of positive parenting: How to build a strong bond with your child
Parenting can be both an exciting and intimidating experience. As a parent, you always want the best for your child, but figuring out what that actually means can be challenging. One effective way to create a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted child is through positive parenting. Positive parenting is a parenting approach that focuses on building a strong, nurturing bond … [Read more...] about The power of positive parenting: How to build a strong bond with your child
Dealing with screen time: How to find a healthy balance for your family
As technology advances, it’s becoming more and more difficult for parents to find a healthy balance between the amount of time their children spend on screens. It is important to establish boundaries with screen time but also consider how much access your family has to digital media and its potential benefits. In this article, we will discuss ways families can create a … [Read more...] about Dealing with screen time: How to find a healthy balance for your family
The Art of Mindful Listening: Tips for Strengthening Communication with Your Child
Do your conversations with your child often seem to end in frustration? Do you sometimes feel like you are talking at them instead of having a real conversation? Learning the art of mindful listening can help strengthen communication and create meaningful connections between parent and child. Mindful listening is all about being present, paying attention, and really … [Read more...] about The Art of Mindful Listening: Tips for Strengthening Communication with Your Child
Navigating the Challenges of Parenting: Coping Strategies for Stressed-Out Parents
Parenting can be one of the most rewarding experiences in life, but it can also be one of the most challenging. Being a parent means navigating complex decisions and dealing with difficult emotions on a daily basis. It’s no wonder so many parents find themselves feeling overwhelmed and stressed out by their parenting responsibilities. Fortunately, there are ways to cope … [Read more...] about Navigating the Challenges of Parenting: Coping Strategies for Stressed-Out Parents
20 Amazing Things To Do Over The Weekend As A Family
Weekends are a great time for families to reconnect and spend quality time together. But with the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it can be hard to come up with ideas for activities that everyone in the family will enjoy. Luckily, there are plenty of creative and fun ways to make the most out of your weekend as a family! From visiting local attractions or trying … [Read more...] about 20 Amazing Things To Do Over The Weekend As A Family
Teaching Kids How to Manage Money and Develop Financial Responsibility
Teaching kids about money and financial responsibility is an essential life skill that will help them become successful adults. Many adults today struggle with financial management because they were not taught how to handle money when they were children. Here are some tips to help teach kids how to manage money and develop financial responsibility. Start Early It’s … [Read more...] about Teaching Kids How to Manage Money and Develop Financial Responsibility
Working Parents: How to Manage Time and Prioritize Self-Care
As working parents, it can be challenging to balance the demands of our careers with those of our families. We strive to provide for our children while still finding time for ourselves. But often, amidst the chaos of daily life, we forget to prioritize self-care and end up feeling overwhelmed and stressed out. It is important to remember that taking care of ourselves is … [Read more...] about Working Parents: How to Manage Time and Prioritize Self-Care
Parenting Tips: How to Balance Work and Family Life
As a parent, it can be difficult to balance your work and family life. You want to do the best you can for both, but oftentimes one suffers at the expense of the other. This is why it's important to find ways to create harmony between these two responsibilities. With some careful planning and creative solutions, you can make sure that neither area gets neglected. In this … [Read more...] about Parenting Tips: How to Balance Work and Family Life
Most Popular Remote Jobs for Single Parents
Being a single parent is hard enough as it is, so finding remote jobs that are flexible and fit around the needs of your family can be even harder. Fortunately, there are plenty of opportunities available for single parents who want to work remotely. From customer service representatives to data entry specialists, there’s something out there for everyone. In this article, … [Read more...] about Most Popular Remote Jobs for Single Parents
The Best Jobs for Single Dads
Raising children as a single parent can be both rewarding and challenging. Single dads often face unique financial pressures, so finding the right job is essential in order to provide for their families. Fortunately, there are many jobs that offer flexibility and good pay for single dads. From part-time positions to freelance gigs, these jobs can help single fathers balance … [Read more...] about The Best Jobs for Single Dads
Pros and Cons of Both Parents Working
There is no one-size-fits-all answer to the question of whether or not both parents should work. Some families find that having both parents working is the best way for them to get by financially and provide a good life for their children. Other families find that having one parent stay home with the kids works better for them. In this blog post, we will discuss the pros and … [Read more...] about Pros and Cons of Both Parents Working
How to Make Time in Busy Schedule
Are you struggling to find time to work on your business? Do you feel like you're always running behind schedule? You're not alone. A lot of entrepreneurs struggle with finding enough time in the day to get everything done. In this blog post, we will discuss some tips and tricks for making more time in your busy schedule. By following these tips, you'll be able to work on your … [Read more...] about How to Make Time in Busy Schedule
Tips for Balancing a Job and Kids
It can be tough to balance a job and kids. Juggling work responsibilities with taking care of your children can seem like an impossible task at times. But it is definitely doable! In this blog post, we will discuss some tips for making the balancing act a little bit easier. Follow these tips and you will be able to successfully manage both your job and your kids. 1. Make … [Read more...] about Tips for Balancing a Job and Kids
Which States Have the Most Working Parents?
A recent study by the Pew Research Center found that a record number of American parents are now working. In fact, 60% of mothers and fathers with children under 18 are now in the workforce. This has led to a lot of discussion about what this means for families and for the economy as a whole. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at the states with the most working … [Read more...] about Which States Have the Most Working Parents?
Best Ideas for Winter Vacation from Work
Tired of the cold weather and snow? Wish you were on a beach somewhere instead of at your desk? Well, you're in luck! We've put together a list of the best winter vacation ideas that will help you escape the cold and get some much needed rest and relaxation. Whether you're looking to travel to a tropical destination or staycation in your own city, we have something for … [Read more...] about Best Ideas for Winter Vacation from Work
Best Chores for Teenagers
As a teenager, there are many things you want to do. You may want to go out with friends, watch TV, or play video games. However, there are also some important things you need to do - like doing chores! Chores can help keep your home clean and organized, and they can teach you responsibility. In this blog post, we will discuss the best chores for teenagers to do in order to … [Read more...] about Best Chores for Teenagers
Is it Better to Have Two Working Parents?
There is no easy answer when it comes to the question of whether or not it is better for children to have two working parents. Some people believe that it is essential for both parents to be involved in their child's life, while others feel that having one parent at home is more beneficial. There are pros and cons to both situations, and it ultimately depends on the … [Read more...] about Is it Better to Have Two Working Parents?
How to Homeschool from the Office
Do you have children who are school-aged? Are you finding it difficult to juggle homeschooling and working at the same time? If so, you're not alone. Many parents find themselves in this situation. However, it is possible to homeschool from the office! In this article, we will discuss some tips that will help make this process a little bit easier for you. Why should I … [Read more...] about How to Homeschool from the Office
How Being a Working Parent Impacts Kids
There is no question that being a working parent impacts kids. The debate is about how much and in what ways. Some people argue that working parents are selfish for putting their work ahead of their children, while others say that working provides a positive role model for children and teaches them important life skills. In this blog post, we will explore both sides of the … [Read more...] about How Being a Working Parent Impacts Kids