One of the greatest, if not THE greatest, obstacle to simplicity with kids is FOMO. The fear of missing out. We worry about our children missing out on toys, experiences, and opportunities that they desire. We worry our children will be negatively impacted as a result. We fear they are going to miss opportunities. We … Comparison, Envy, and FOMO Read More » The post Comparison, Envy, and FOMO appeared first on Simple Families.

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Comparison, Envy, and FOMO

Today I'm sharing my best relationship tool. It's called expansion and contraction. Expansion and contraction is a simple way to find the rhythm in your family. In fact, it's probably something you do all the time without even noticing. However, once you bring it to your awareness you will be able to use it with … Expansion & Contraction Read More » The post Expansion & Contraction appeared first on Simple Families.

Expansion & Contraction

Our family was on vacation recently--and my husband and I wanted to explore some new sights. We love to wander around and breathe it all in. My kids don't always share this joy. In fact, on this particular trip, their legs seem to quit functioning altogether. They "couldn't walk" another step but could miraculously ride … Why Do Kids Whine? Read More » The post Why Do Kids Whine? appeared first on Simple Families.

Why Do Kids Whine?

Do you feel like you need some new screen time rules for your kids? There’s a good chance that your kids have consumed an increased amount of screen time during the pandemic. Whether it’s for work, school, or pleasure—we’ve all been home more and utilizing new devices in new ways. But what hasn’t changed is … Screen Time Rules for Kids Read More » The post Screen Time Rules for Kids appeared first on Simple Families.

Screen Time Rules for Kids

After our last episode, Educating Your Child in a Pandemic, I got a lot of questions. Today I'll be answering your questions about returning back to school this year. Show Notes/Links: Link to First Name Basis episode on privilege White Fragility by Robin DeAngelo The post Back to School Q&A appeared first on Simple Families.

Back to School Q&A

Right now, many of us are thinking about back to school decisions. Educating your child in a pandemic is no easy task. Homeschooling? Distancing Learning? In-person school? Even if we are privileged to have a choice, making hard decisions for our families can feel agonizing. You may even lose sleep over it. That's why I'm … Educating Your Child in a Pandemic Read More » The post Educating Your Child in a Pandemic appeared first on Simple Families.

Educating Your Child in a Pandemic

The Benefits of Fewer Toys “You are always teaching your kids, and sometimes you even use words.” -Rob Bell As many of you know, I've a true believer in the benefits of fewer toys. Not only does this benefit the development of the child, but also the well-being of the parents. The above quote inspired … Benefits of Fewer Toys Read More » The post Benefits of Fewer Toys appeared first on Simple Families.

Benefits of Fewer Toys

We've all picked up on a few habits during this crisis--and some of those habits might not be serving us. Today I'm sharing more about my attempts to moderate caffeine, a habit that I've leaned on hard the past few months. I'd love to hear from you. Do you have any habits you are trying … Caffeine + Crisis Habits [Quick Wins] Read More » The post Caffeine + Crisis Habits [Quick Wins] appeared first on Simple Families.

Caffeine + Crisis Habits [Quick Wins]

When we speak to our kids, words do matter. We don't have to get it right all.the.time, but I like to use the same phrases repeatedly to help drive home important lessons. Therefore, I’m sharing the 10 exact expressions my kids hear on a regular basis. Sometimes the simplest things can be the most impactful. You … Simple Things I Say to My Kids Read More » The post Simple Things I Say to My Kids appeared first on Simple Families.

Simple Things I Say to My Kids

In our house, we have three primary rules that guide the way we parent our kids. Today, I’m sharing the three rules and how we talk to our young children about them.  Here they are: Respect the rights of other people,   Protect and care for the environment (both inside the house and out),  Take only … Rules [Quick wins] Read More » The post Rules [Quick wins] appeared first on Simple Families.

Rules [Quick wins]

Many of us have been decluttering our homes for some time. But what about our brains? Mental clutter is real. Parenthood can feel heavy. We are tackling the 10 reasons that parenthood feels cluttered and overwhelming. 1. Mindless Social Media Spending mindless time scrolling on social media feels a lot like eating marshmallows. They taste … Mental Clutter 101 Read More » The post Mental Clutter 101 appeared first on Simple Families.

Mental Clutter 101

We are wrapping up our first year of homeschooling and I wanted to share my reflections with you. I know that many people are considering homeschooling next year due to the pandemic, but our family is planning to send the kids to school. Tune in to hear the things I loved about homeschool and the … Homeschool Reflections Read More » The post Homeschool Reflections appeared first on Simple Families.

Homeschool Reflections

Many people around the world are reentering and finding a new "normal" after several months at home. In today's episode we are talking about what this might look like. This includes communication about your comfort level in socialization, finding the silver-linings, acknowledging the experiences of others, recognizing resilience in your children, and making space for … Reentry Read More » The post Reentry appeared first on Simple Families.

Reentry

Are you wondering how to talk to young kids about race? I'm so pleased to welcome Jasmine Bradshaw to the podcast today to share her insights. Jasmine and her husband Carter are the voices behind the podcast First Name Basis. Her work is a resource that I will return to time and time again. Be … Talking to Kids About Race Read More » The post Talking to Kids About Race appeared first on Simple Families.

Talking to Kids About Race

Today I'm introducing a new format for summer. I'll be intermittently sharing some shorter episodes like this one that include a few straightforward tips and tools that you can implement right away. We are going to start in the pantry, one of the spaces that took me the longest to get under control. Screenshot while … Pantry [Quick Wins] Read More » The post Pantry [Quick Wins] appeared first on Simple Families.

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