It is imperative we teach our children to be responsible and accountable. It is tempting to do everything for them, when they give us that puppy dog face, but if we did that we’d do them a great disservice. Our children will always be our children, but God willing they’ll reach adulthood and lead their own lives. Before we send them out into the wide blue yonder we have an obligation to teach them how to cook, clean, work well with others and take care of themselves. The most basic way to prepare our children for the real world is to start at home by delegating chores. I’m a big advocate for children enjoying their childhood to the fullest. They should have plenty of time to explore their interests, participate in activities, and use their imaginations, but they also should learn how to work together in a family unit. All moms should make a conscious effort to not spread themselves too thin. Master the art of delegation to create balance in your life. The care of your home is a team … [Read more...]
Tuesday’s Mommy Tip – Chore Busters
Do you have a great tip for Moms? They can be about anything (family friendly, of course) that pertains to a Mom’s life, including; beauty, kitchen, health, parenting, and so much more! Click Here to find out how YOU can join Moms of Faith’s Tuesday’s Mommy Tips! NOTE: PLEASE read the rules. We have a few who are not posting to the ACTUAL TIP post on their blog. I need you to post your link to the actual TIP POST…NOT the main page of your site. THANK YOU!! OK, on to this week’s Mommy tip… Chore Busters Do you have kids that do everything in their power to avoid chores... AKA - Teenagers??? LOL Seriously, when they are little, they LOVE to help Mommy... then a few years later... the griping begins! Well, my beloved teenager has come up with a fabulous idea for ME to help HER do her chores. So, I HAD to share! Put little prizes (money, candy, etc.) in areas where if they do the chore PROPERLY, they will find it. For example, if you have told them to clean the counters AND behind things, … [Read more...]
Tuesday’s Mommy Tip – Toddler Cleaning Tip
Do you have a great tip for Moms? They can be about anything (family friendly, of course) that pertains to a Mom’s life, including; beauty, kitchen, health, parenting, and so much more! Click Here to find out how YOU can join Moms of Faith’s Tuesday’s Mommy Tips! NOTE: PLEASE read the rules. We have a few who are not posting to the ACTUAL TIP post on their blog. I need you to post your link to the actual TIP POST…NOT the main page of your site. THANK YOU!! OK, on to this week’s Mommy tip… Toddler Cleaning Tip If we can get our little ones to learn to clean up after themselves while they are young, we will save them the frustration of being a messy adult! One thing we implement in our house is the "one thing at a time" rule. If our little one wants to play barbies, well, then she can pull out her barbie stuff. However, if she gets bored and wants to play dress up, she needs to put all of her barbie stuff away FIRST. Then she can pull out the dress up clothes and such. It is simple...yet … [Read more...]
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