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Practical Solutions for Parenthoods Many Challenges

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    • Recipe
  • Fun
  • Behavior Solutions
  • Life
    • Finances
  • Self
Behavior Solutions

The Easter Egg Incident: Research-Backed Strategies for Parenting Through Emotional Chaos

Meg / May 5, 2025

It started with 100 Easter egg halves drop kicked down the stairs. Things went downhill from there. The morning devolved […]

Family of five enjoying parfait night with bowls of yogurt, fresh berries, and granola. A child in a high chair is part of the meal. The scene is lively, with all family members smiling, highlighting a no-prep, stress-free dinner experience.
Food, Picky Eater Approved, Recipe, Simplify

Effortless No-Prep Family Dinner: Simplify Meals and Enjoy More Family Time

Meg / April 23, 2025

Someone is having a personal crisis, the dentist appointment is in 20 minutes, another person is sneezing snot bubbles, and

Family gardening together in a raised bed, with children planting seeds as part of a Sustainable Easter activity, learning eco-friendly gardening practices.
Family Activity, Fun, Holiday

Sustainable Easter Activity for Families: An Easter Hunt that Grows Goodness

Meg / April 18, 2025

Easter is a time for celebration, renewal, and reflection. While many of us have come to associate the holiday with

A mother looks concerned as she fills Easter eggs, pondering how to explain Easter to kids, with the cross symbol in her thought bubble.
Family Activity, Holiday, Life

Authentic Faith Conversations: How to Explain Easter to Kids

Meg / April 9, 2025

Do you ever get the feeling like you have to “prove” the value of the faith you are trying to

Mid-century modern illustration of an open vintage cookbook with individual recipe pages flying out, symbolizing the concept of 'throwing out the recipe' to create flexible family meals that work in real life."
Behavior Solutions, Life

Throwing Out the Recipe: Controversial Solutions for Flexible Family Meals

Meg / March 31, 2025

We all know family meals are important. Research shows that kids who eat with their families regularly: ✅ Have stronger

A three-panel illustration depicting the progression of meals from infancy to adulthood. The left yellow panel features a baby bottle, the middle red panel shows a divided toddler plate with a peeled orange, broccoli, and chicken nuggets, and the right blue panel displays a white plate with a cheeseburger, nuggets, and a fried egg. Arrows connect each stage, symbolizing the transition from bottle feeding to independent eating.
Food

Family Meal Strategies by Age: How to Make Mealtime Work at Every Stage

Meg / March 19, 2025

“AyyyHHHHHmen!” rang out across the kitchen. My youngest was shouting this while I was scooping him up to get in

Family Activity, Food, Fun, Recipe

A Wee Bit of Fun: A Stress-Free St. Patrick’s Day Family Celebration

Meg / March 11, 2025

Every year on St. Patrick’s Day, I make Irish soda bread and call it good. It’s simple, quick, and satisfies

Illustration of a frustrated family at the dinner table, struggling with mealtime challenges. A mother in a red dress looks exasperated while cutting her food, a father is distracted by his phone, a child holds their head in distress, and a young girl sits on the floor refusing to eat her meal. The scene highlights common family dinner struggles, including picky eating, screen time distractions, and communication issues during meals.
Behavior Solutions

Overcoming Family Mealtime Challenges: Tabletop Gymnastics and Other Dinner-Time Dilemmas

Meg / March 5, 2025

Need help overcoming family mealtime challenges? I can relate. Keep reading for solidarity and solutions for the things that are

A cozy wooden dining table set for six, complete with plates, glasses, and silverware. A chalkboard sign propped up on the table lists family dinner expectations, including eating together, saying please and thank you, and listening. The setting emphasizes connection, routine, and shared mealtime values.
Family Activity, Life

Family Dinner Expectations: Finding the Right Recipe for Your Table

Meg / February 22, 2025

Every parent I know struggles with some aspect of family mealtimes. And, I believe that family meals are so important

A hand-drawn, semi-realistic illustration of a joyful family of four—one man, one woman, one boy, and one girl—sitting around a cozy dining table, playing a Valentine’s Day family question game. The mother holds a paper with discussion prompts while the children laugh and engage. Heart-shaped garlands and soft Valentine’s colors highlight simple family bonding activities.
Family Activity, Fun, Holiday, Life

3 Wildly Easy Valentine’s Day Family Activities Around the Table

Meg / February 12, 2025

Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples—it’s the perfect excuse to slow down and celebrate the people who matter most: your

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