Maintaining a Work-Life Balance
As a wife, mother of two, and now a new business owner, I was asked to write a guest blog post for Des Moines Parent on creating a work/life …
Category: Advice
Ninja Parenting Skills
Nobody told me when I became a parent that at the same time I was becoming a Ninja. It never even really occurred to me really until I …
#1 Christmas Tip for Parents
Christmas time can be stressful. Traveling, dealing with relatives and the finances that go along with buying presents can turn a joyous occasion into a stressful one very easily. …
5 Myths About Children’s Counseling
Television episodes, movies, and social media often portray mental health counseling with an altered perception that is often inaccurate. Many parents are unsure about the mystery of children’s therapy …
There and Back Again: A Parent’s Tale
Part of being a parent is playing chauffeur for your little ones. That’s a given. But lately it seems like between my wife and I it’s all we do. …
Money Management for Kids: There is No Time Like the Present!
By now, most of us know one thing to be true: being a parent is hard. Each day brings new trials and tribulations. And most of the time, we …
Showering – A Guide for New Parents
I’m blessed that I have the help of my wonderful husband to raise my son, but there are still moments where I get to experience what it’s like to …
3 Ways Parents Can Save Money at Dollar Stores
Dollar Stores can sometimes be a trap. Sure they sound cheap, but 30 minutes after you walk in you have $50 worth of stuff you don’t really need. But, …
5 Parenting Lessons I Learned From Star Wars
Hi my name is Thomas and I am a Star Wars nerd. A proud one. So the other day I was thinking to myself, how can I incorporate Star …
3 Things Every New Parent Needs
First time parents normally get a lot of gifts from friends and families at baby showers. Most of it is clothes, baby toys, diapers and other essential baby supplies. …
10 Characteristics of a Parent with Young Children
I was thinking the other day how much parenthood changes a person’s lifestyle. For me there are many ways, but I was able to condense it into a top …
5 Financial Mistakes New Parents Make
Having a child is a commitment of time, resources, and energy. Sometimes, new parents underestimate the financial resources needed to raise a child. The estimated child-rearing cost from birth …
Being Brave As a Parent
The definition of the word BRAVE : ready to face and endure danger or pain; showing courage. Do you have to be brave to be a parent in today’s world? …
Finding Your Happy Place as a Parent
Parenting can be exhausting! Anybody else out there agree? The Lack of sleep, no privacy, constant questions, the never ending cleaning and all the other stuff that comes with …
Taking Photos of Your Family with a Cell Phone
It’s a pretty popular saying among photographers: “The best camera is the camera you’ll use”. Don’t have a fancy DSLR camera? That’s a-okay! You may not get professional-quality pictures, …
Using Credit Cards to Your Advantage
Most people see credit cards as evil. I don’t. I see them as a financial tool that can be great to have for emergencies and to make some money …
Best Toys Aren’t Toys at All: Lessons from My Son
As the weather has gotten warmer, and my son being old enough to play outside, my family has greatly enjoyed our yard and local playgrounds. The only problem was …
Maintaining Friendships after Kiddos
I look back at the pre-kiddo days and chuckle a bit. I used to have a co-worker who would really irritate me when he would say “You think you’re …
Choosing a Daycare
Choosing a daycare is one of the hardest things you’ll do as expecting parents. The very first choice you’ll be faced with is “in-home” or “daycare center?” A couple …
What Age Should Your Child Get a Cell Phone?
My 4 year old can easily flip thru all the apps on my iPhone, play games, call people and take videos/photos. When I was 4 I was playing with …