Parenting
That Magical Moment They Ride Without Training Wheels (and What It Taught This Mama About Letting Go)
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Family Time
Teachable Moments: Finding the Lessons in Everyday Chaos
Hey there, mamas (and any dads sneaking a peek—welcome!). Welcome back to my little corner of the internet, where we chat about the real, messy, beautiful chaos of raising kids while trying to keep our own sanity intact. As a mom of three energetic girls, I’ve learned that some of Read more
Holidays
Cozy Winter Evenings: 15 Magical Activities to Spark Joy With Your Little One’s This Holiday Season
Hey there, fellow coffee-sipping mamas! If you’re anything like me, navigating the chaos of three wild-hearted daughters while dreaming of a quiet moment with a warm mug and zero meltdowns—this post is for you. I’m Mary Bockert, your not-so-perfect guide through the beautiful mess of motherhood, here at More Than Read more
Holidays
Spooky, Silly, and Stress-Free: Halloween Ideas for Parents to Make Magic with Your Kids
Hey, mamas and dads! Halloween is creeping up faster than my toddler running toward a bowl of candy, and I’m here for it. There’s something so magical about this season—pumpkin patches, tiny witches and superheroes roaming the neighborhood, and that one house that goes way overboard with the fog machine (you know Read more
Behavior Management
The Magic of Messy Moments: Embracing Imperfection in Parenting
Oh, mamas (and dads!), let’s talk about the chaos. You know the kind—when your living room looks like a tornado hit a toy store, your toddler is inexplicably covered in yogurt, and you’re pretty sure you just stepped on a rogue LEGO that’s plotting revenge. These are the messy moments Read more
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Embracing the Chaos: 5 Tips for Finding Joy in the Messy Moments of Motherhood
Hey, mamas! Can we just take a second to laugh at the absolute wild ride that is motherhood? One minute, you’re sipping coffee (finally warm!) and feeling like you’ve got this parenting thing figured out. The next, your toddler is painting the walls with yogurt, and you’re Googling “how to get glitter Read more
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The Power of Early Intervention: A Mom’s Guide to Supporting Your Child’s Development
Hey, mamas! Can we just take a moment to acknowledge how incredible (and sometimes overwhelming) it is to be a mom? From sleepless nights to decoding toddler tantrums, we’re all doing our best to give our kiddos the world. But what happens when you notice something about your little one’s Read more
Healthy Living
Essential Parenting Tips for Children Aged 0-3
Parenting children aged 0 to 3 years can be both incredibly rewarding and challenging. During these early years, children undergo rapid development and growth, making it a crucial time for nurturing and guidance. Here are some essential tips to help you navigate this exciting journey. 1. Establish a Routine Creating a Read more
Behavior Management
Discovering Your Child is Different
I still remember the day like it was yesterday. We took our 18-month-old daughter to a behavioral pediatrician to see if she may be on the autism spectrum. She had been showing signs of having autism such as behavioral outbursts, a clingy disposition to myself, and she did strange things like make her bed every day and stack and re-stack books for hours. The knot in my stomach was too big to manage with tears ready and loaded as we waited in the waiting room to be called back. I was extremely nervous at how everything would turn out. It was a three hour test. My 18-month-old threw tantrums every 20 minutes, she wouldn’t allow anyone to…
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Preparing You…or Your Child for School ;)
Oh the day is coming and I am DREADing dropping off my sweet, innocent little girl to school for kindergarten. I’m sure I am not the only parent out there who is feeling the heavy stomach and realizing the day is coming faster than I can blink! 3 weeks…that is it! My baby will be leaving my care that she has gotten for the last 5.5 years of her life and someone else besides myself will be teaching her…YIKES! Having previously taught kindergarten for 4 years, I know all too well the first day jitters parents show…and now I will be on the other side of the door with those same jitters I witnessed other parents express just 7 short years ago.
So how does one mentally prepare for such a “drop off?” I want to express what I have done to prepare myself and my daughter for the day she will walk into the care of someone else and learn by the teachings of another woman. (I am sure you can sense how difficult this is for me…it is my first baby and I can’t imagine my days without her next year).