Teaching Children the Importance of Memorial Day
When we think of Memorial Day, most of us think of barbeques, picnics, and the beginning of summer. Sadie McCurry, the wife of an active-duty Army soldier, shares six ideas to help children understand the meaning of the holiday.
Recording from Disneyland: Making Day Trips Work – Radio Episode 16
What are some basic principles that make family outings into pleasant experiences? Join April and Saren, recording from Disneyland, as they talk about ways every family can enjoy their day trips together.
Hard is Good – A Message from our Grandmothers
There are some days when mothering is about as fun as traveling at eighty miles an hour on a blistering hot day on a motorcycle with no windshield in a bug storm! But let’s step back a moment, take ourselves out of the here-and-now and look at the big picture.
Who Are You, Really?
Think for a moment about your best friend. What makes this person wonderful to you? My guess is that you could get out a pencil and paper right now and make a good solid list of what makes that person unique. Could you do the same for yourself?
Spiritual Sundays: Even That Fear Is Love
When author Heather Craw gave birth to preterm twins after a very complicated pregnancy, she realized that the fears and worries she felt during that difficult time were actually a form of love.
Power of Moms Pick: The 5 Gifts That Your Child’s Teacher REALLY Wants To Receive
Teachers work so hard and are often not fully appreciated for all that they do during and after school hours. Here are 5 great ways to show them some love and let them know how much they have meant to your child.
Our Best Summer Posts
Summer is almost here! Whatever your family size, age, and personality, we can help make this summer your family's best yet!
Picture Story: What I Accomplished Today
Even though I had a long to-do list, I realized that rocking and singing to my son is the most important thing I accomplished today.
Staying Close, Letting Go
By protecting our kids from the dangers outside, are we keeping them inside, within earshot, and unknowingly feeding them to the dangers of screen time and a sedentary lifestyle?” How do we find balance between allowing our children independence and protecting them from the dangers that surround them?
Humor and CRAZINESS in Motherhood – Radio Episode 15
This week's radio show is all about seeing the humor in the moment and learning to laugh through the craziness of motherhood. (Because isn't it more fun to laugh than to cry?)
Two Things Our Teenagers Need – Episode 54
Want to learn two specific things that can help you raise your teenager? This podcast with April and her 13-year-old daughter, Alia, can be a great jumping-off point for a discussion with YOUR teen.
From Toilets to Tantrums: Lessons My Toddlers Taught Me About Patience
Going through the toddler years six times with six different children has taught me perspective and patience. Now, instead of thinking, “This is my entire life, and I am failing as a mother!” I remember that kids go through phases. They just do. It is part of their learning, and that learning process may take...
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