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If you could change one thing...
What is your biggest challenge as a mom?
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Don't wait! Get solutions today for your mothering challenges.
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Are you putting up with daily mothering frustrations, instead of solving (and getting rid) of them? You don't have to do that!
For example...
Dear Fellow Mom,
We all started out as excited hope-filled parents, but let's be honest. As time goes on, building a family is a lot of work. Often, there are so many things to take care of each day before you are even able to enjoy your child. These
everyday frustrations such as putting food on the table, paying bills,
maintaining a career and taking care of your home are important, but
often leave you feeling drained.
You never thought having a family would be like this.
I understand. I have been mothering for over 26 years and I still am. I
have watched my 4 children grow up before my eyes and I have
experienced firsthand the pain of regret over not spending as much time with my children as I could have or in the ways that could be most beneficial.
I have also experienced firsthand the positive results that can come from nurturing a close relationship with a child.
I have seen how such a relationship can help a child successfully
weather many of the unpredictable stages involved in growing up.
| I know how much most moms long to develop lifelong, healthy
relationships with their kids and I know how frustrating it is when
everyday simple tasks get in the way. |
That is why I created this website. As another mom who has "been there, done that", I can encourage and help you get the daily challenges of life under control so you can be free to be there with your child more.
You'll find information, products and services on this site designed to free you to be the kind of mom you long to be.
So stop trying to do everything yourself and be open to learning about tools and resources you can put to work and immediately start seeing results in your family.
There are feedback forms on nearly every page of this website. I
encourage you to let me know what is working and what you could still
use help with.
I'll be listening. Enjoy!
Colleen
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A Dash of Mothering...and the Warm Fuzzies of Food
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If your mothering strategy is to 'wing it', you may find yourself
unnecessarily stressed out each day as dinnertime rolls around. Put the
brakes on your daily frustration with some simple upfront planning.
After 27 years of grocery shopping, see the reality-based approach I recommend.that really works.
Do you have a hint that has helped you save time or hassle in the
kitchen? Don't keep it to yourself...share it with other mothers and
let them benefit, too.
If all you need is an occasional recipe idea, this page will deliver
what you need. If you need solid recipe ideas on a regular basis, you'll want to look into weekly dinner menus.
Everyday mothering tasks like getting dinner on the table is a common
frustration for many of us moms. Here are 9 of my family's favorite
meals that don't tie me down in the kitchen.
Healthy family meals are available easier than you think. The benefits of a healthy diet plan are hard to overstate. Start thinking in terms of healthy when you plan your family's meals every day.
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The Art and Science of Mothering
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- Are you doing things the hard way?
Dinnertime and a child's learning success go hand and hand. Don't fight what works.
- The Secret your child will never tell you.
If you're pulling your hair out over your kids' behavior, consider this
mothering tactic I use everyday to keep our stress level down and our cooperation up.
One of my most popular mothering articles. Can you relate?
Most of us moms start out in Mothering 101 with a serious hug addiction
towards our kids. This is a good thing! As my children have grown, I
have discovered they need this powerful gift just as much as when they
were little.
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Professional Mothering
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What do you want to be when you grow up (smiles)?
- Your career in mothering is vitally important and remember, you
matter too. Use this career tests information to get
started in the right direction.
"I need help deciding what career to choose!"
- Here's a step-by-step practical approach that can help.
Resumes for housewives reentering the workforce
- Help & ideas to get you started writing this important document.
The top 3 resources you need.
- Professional mothering means getting your hands on the tools you need
to get the job done and done right. You wouldn't get on the freeway
without your car, would you? Then why do you attempt your most
important job without the resources to help you? Remember, work smarter, not harder.
Wanna be the best mom you can be? If your answer is "yes", then
personal development should be at the top of your list. Here's a
fantastic source of personal development resources on the web.
- SelfGrowth.com- -
SelfGrowth.com is the most complete guide to information about Self
-Improvement, Personal Growth and Self Help on the Internet. It is
designed to be an organized directory, with articles and references to
thousands of other Web Sites on the World Wide Web. You'll want to take
the time to browse this website regularly.
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Practical Mothering
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Sure, some mothering tasks are just plain tedious. So be proactive. Use
simple tools like these to enable your kids to learn the skills they'll
need to be competent adults.
This handy tool can is more than just for your kids. This checklist can keep everyone in the family working on the same page.
- What does your family do for fun?
We like to camp. Here is a camping checklist that will save you a ton of time and frustration if you like to get away for the weekend, too.
- No camping, but are you going on a vacation this year?
I made these checklists just for you. Road trip checklist, vacation checklist, and vacation packing checklist.
Get rid of those nasty household frustrations with simple declutter tips that can work in any home.
Use our free printable grocery list and tips.
- Mothering is a true joy and you'll want to keep it that way.
Childproof your home and get serious about your home's safety.
- Yikes! I have to host a family dinner!
Don't panic! Use this family dinner parties ideas checklist and your family will be impressed with your mothering and hospitality skills.
- Stay on top of the money game.
The refinance mortgage rate you end up with can make a huge difference in your budget for a long time, so get educated before you go shopping for a new loan.
Consider how you can make simple changes to your closet organizing which can make a big difference in the day-to-day smooth running of your homelife.
I have compiled some comparisons you can use to find the right closet system for your needs.
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