by Alison Lange | Clean and Organize, Create a Routine, Raise Happy Kids
How do you teach kids responsibility? Do you pay your kids to do chores around the house? Or do you expect them to “pull their own weight?” As kids help around the house, they feel a sense of pride and accomplishment (and you can feel good for starting...
by Alison Lange | Clean and Organize, Raise Happy Kids, Simplify Your Holiday Plans
Preparing to send your child back to school after a lazy summer is stressful, both for moms and kids. On one hand, it’s a really exciting time, but on the other, there’s so much to do!!! By setting up these five things ahead of time you’ll be able to...
by Alison Lange | Manage Your Time, Raise Happy Kids
I paused at the edge of the sidewalk, not wanting to walk any farther. My kindergartener started crying as the bell rang, my toddler was still strapped in the car (in her pajamas), and I hadn’t even washed my face. How had we ALL managed to sleep in?!? Judgment...
by Alison Lange | Create a Routine, Raise Happy Kids, Simplify Your Holiday Plans
Summer seems to throw everyone’s schedules for a loop. On one hand, the slow and lazy days of summer are meant to be enjoyed, but with all the summer barbecues, holidays, and activities that we schedule, it’s easy to get completely off routine. But getting...
by Alison Lange | Raise Happy Kids, Simplify Your Holiday Plans
“I’m bored!” It’s the dreaded phrase every parent hates to hear. Vacations and summer break are supposed to be a time of relaxation and a slower pace for everyone, but try telling that to your “bored” child. If it’s only the...
by Alison Lange | Raise Happy Kids
When your child gets in trouble at school, it can feel overwhelming. First, there’s the mom guilt. Then, there’s the daunting task of working with your child’s teachers and school administrators to create a plan. And finally, how do you work with...
