Finally Fit

Finally Fit »

7 months ago, I committed to getting fit once and for all. I kicked a few indulgent habits, and established healthier ones in their place. Here's my update.

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Letting Kids Figure Things Out

Letting Kids Figure Things Out »

This mom believes teaching her tween to do things for herself will help her become more confident and self-sufficient, on her road to independence and adulthood.

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Staying One Step Ahead of Colds & Flu this School Year

Staying One Step Ahead of Colds & Flu this School Year »

Back-to-school season means "back to germs" to me. I do what I can to prevent the spread of viruses, and arm myself with the right tools for when they strike.

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Tweens & Moodiness

Tweens & Moodiness »

One mom's experience with dealing with tween/teen moodiness, and the tactics she uses in order to get through it unscathed!

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Are Your Kids Photos Printed or Online?

Are Your Kids Photos Printed or Online? »

This mom's family photo memories are digital, which is so different from decades gone by, when pictures were printed and enjoyed via physical albums!

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Tattoos… Just No.

Tattoos… Just No. »

Believing my teen just needs an outlet for her self-expression, I let her dye her hair, and double-pierce her ears. But she keeps bringing up tattoos. No way!

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Fridge and Freezer Clear-Out: How To Use What You’ve Got

Fridge and Freezer Clear-Out: How To Use What You’ve Got »

This mom explores the idea of a pantry, fridge, and freezer clear-out! Using what she's got, she will attempt to feed her family without grocery shopping.

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Mom Hacks – Fun Fall Activities for Families

Mom Hacks – Fun Fall Activities for Families »

Here is a collection of fun, fall activities for families. Make cherished memories this season!

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Rethinking My Stance on Sports

Rethinking My Stance on Sports »

This mom wonders if she might be spoiling sports for her 12-year-old daughter altogether, by forcing her to stay in basketball when she clearly doesn't enjoy it.

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Do You Give Your Kids Allowance?

Do You Give Your Kids Allowance? »

Mom thoughts on paying kids to do chores, weekly allowances, and tying money to school grades.

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Back to School, Back to Routine!

Back to School, Back to Routine! »

Back to school means back to routines for many of us. I am very much looking forward to getting back into schedules, set supper and bed times, healthy eating.

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