Meredith Ethington's Blog, page 9

For The Mom That Cries After School Drop Off

  This is for the mom that cries after school drop off. But not for the reasons you might think. My kid didn’t just start preschool or kindergarten. It’s not because I miss them (although sometimes I do). It’s because this morning was a battle. And we worry. We worry that we did the right […]

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A Kid’s Guide To Making Everything Take Way Longer Than It Should

All parents know that kids are master manipulators. They know how to push the limits, and they know how to teach you patience. They also are skilled at the art of making you wait. If your kid doesn’t yet know how to postpone everything, then this is the kid’s guide to making everything take way […]

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Mom Confused About Whether She’s Going on Vacation or Just Another Trip With Her Kids

A Utah mother of three said yes when her husband suggested they take a vacation with the kids. All she heard was the word “vacation,” so she didn’t think things all the way through until it was time to start packing. As she hauled the suitcases up from the basement while her husband took a […]

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Five Names We REALLY Should Be Giving The Strong Willed Child Instead

You know you have a strong willed child if something that should take 20 minutes takes eleventy billion, and if every day seems like a battle of wills. My son takes an hour and a half to do a 30 minute music lesson on the days when he’s just not feeling it because, well – […]

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Four Simple Tricks When Your Kids Won’t Listen

If you’re wondering how to get your kids to listen better in 5 minutes or less I’ve got some ideas for you. There is nothing more frustrating than when your kids won’t listen.  Parenting is an exercise in patience in the midst of chaos, and there is little more trying than parenting when your kids […]

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For Those That Found A Cure For Your Anxiety And Depression

For those that have found a “cure” for your anxiety and depression, I’m happy for you. I’m happy that the yoga worked for you. I’m happy that the essential oils did something. I’m happy that you just practiced more self care. I’m happy for you that meditation does the trick. I’m happy for you that […]

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Dear Husband – I’m Sorry You Get Me at My Worst

Dear Husband- I’m sorry you get me at my worst. After long hard days with the kids when I’m too tired to even mutter a kind word. I’m sorry you don’t always see me when the patience is still going strong and their demands haven’t worn me down. Instead you get me at my worst […]

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Quiet Time Boxes for the Child that Doesn’t Want to Nap

These quiet time boxes are the perfect solution for an older toddler, preschooler, or any child at home that doesn’t want to nap. These easy quiet time activity boxes are full of fun things like finger puppets, small toys, sensory activities, and other quiet things your pre Kindergarten age kid can do independently.  Dealing with […]

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How To Use A Marble Jar To Reward Good Behavior

We are all looking for positive parenting solutions, and we have a unique way to motivate good behavior and reward it, using a marble jar. This works great for preschoolers and elementary aged kids. How to Use a Marble Jar to Reward Good Behavior In Kids Most parents can remember being in elementary school and […]

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30 Things My Kids Should Thank Me For But Probably Never Will

It’s always music to a mother’s ears when we hear a thank-you from our kids. Whether it’s for a homemade meal, or a for helping them with their homework, thank-you’s can go a long way. But, every mother knows we don’t hear them often enough. I mean, after all, we did give them life and […]

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