https://mommy-diary.com/motherhood/kids/ Motherhood, Identity & Healing—Creative Modern Motherhood Wed, 30 Apr 2025 03:49:26 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.3 https://mommy-diary.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/cropped-Mommy-diary-submark-white-pink-32x32.png https://mommy-diary.com/motherhood/kids/ 32 32 111288181 https://mommy-diary.com/fourth-of-july-activities-for-toddlers/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fourth-of-july-activities-for-toddlers https://mommy-diary.com/fourth-of-july-activities-for-toddlers/#respond Tue, 29 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=18883 Celebrating the Fourth of July is a favorite summer milestone for many. And I think it’s so important to explain the why behind holidays to our children. I get it, it can be difficult to explain 4th of July to toddlers and preschoolers. 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Traits all parents want for their children.  Sure, it’s potentially faster and less messy...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/self-care-skills-for-kids/feed/ 0 33801 https://mommy-diary.com/health-drinks-for-healthy-kids/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=health-drinks-for-healthy-kids https://mommy-diary.com/health-drinks-for-healthy-kids/#comments Wed, 11 Sep 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=16442 This blog post is sponsored by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. As always all opinions are my own. As a mom of 4, my kids’ health and well-being is of utmost priority for me. I understand that their lifelong health and positive lifestyle is established from a young age even before they can remember. Therefore,...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/health-drinks-for-healthy-kids/feed/ 1 16442 https://mommy-diary.com/cute-back-to-school-outfits/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cute-back-to-school-outfits https://mommy-diary.com/cute-back-to-school-outfits/#respond Thu, 05 Sep 2024 15:00:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=38412 Gleefully saying goodbye to what has felt like the longest summer of my life means also saying hello, once again, to a new school year. This means gathering school supplies, getting haircuts, and preparing their outfits. There’s always something extra fun and special about putting together my kids’ first-day-of-school outfits. 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I’ve never been great at doing hair, but I remember when my girls were younger I...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/5-quick-toddler-hairstyles/feed/ 0 19366 https://mommy-diary.com/monochromatic-easter-basket-ideas-kids-teens/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=monochromatic-easter-basket-ideas-kids-teens https://mommy-diary.com/monochromatic-easter-basket-ideas-kids-teens/#respond Sun, 10 Mar 2024 08:00:58 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=21785 Monochromatic Easter Basket Ideas For Kids And Teens Every year I think about how I can make the kids’ Easter basket fun but practical. I love making them, but I don’t like filling them up with useless items. 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As a parent, making your daughter feel beautiful can significantly boost their self-esteem and ensure they don’t rely on the opinions of others to feel comfortable in their skin.  Overall, nurturing a positive body image in...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/how-to-make-your-daughter-feel-beautiful/feed/ 0 32499 https://mommy-diary.com/kids-carry-on-packing-list/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kids-carry-on-packing-list https://mommy-diary.com/kids-carry-on-packing-list/#respond Wed, 07 Feb 2024 16:00:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=36457 From Japan, South Korea, and Dubai to Las Vegas, Georgia, and Hawaii, we’ve been lucky enough to travel all over the world as a family. And while I can certainly call myself a seasoned traveler, one thing is for sure: traveling with kids is just as stressful as it is exciting. Keeping kids comfortable and...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/kids-carry-on-packing-list/feed/ 0 36457 https://mommy-diary.com/valentines-day-gift-ideas-for-creative-kids/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=valentines-day-gift-ideas-for-creative-kids https://mommy-diary.com/valentines-day-gift-ideas-for-creative-kids/#respond Fri, 19 Jan 2024 00:59:18 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=36213 In today’s digital age, where screens and devices play a significant role in our children’s lives, the importance of creative toys becomes even more evident. Creative toys serve as a bridge to the digital world by preparing kids with essential skills. They not only encourage imagination and exploration but also foster problem-solving abilities, spatial awareness,...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/valentines-day-gift-ideas-for-creative-kids/feed/ 0 36213 https://mommy-diary.com/how-to-deal-with-toddler-aggression/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-deal-with-toddler-aggression https://mommy-diary.com/how-to-deal-with-toddler-aggression/#respond Tue, 09 Jan 2024 08:00:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=22810 Toddlerhood is such an exciting and fun time in a child’s life. They’re no longer a baby and have accomplished several major life milestones over the past few months. In particular, learning to express themselves in new ways. Often, the lack of being able to fully express themselves can lead to frustration which can lead...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/how-to-deal-with-toddler-aggression/feed/ 0 22810 https://mommy-diary.com/daily-affirmations-for-kids/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=daily-affirmations-for-kids https://mommy-diary.com/daily-affirmations-for-kids/#respond Wed, 15 Nov 2023 16:00:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=34845 Especially in this day and age, a child’s emotional well-being is just as important as their physical health. As a mom of four, I’ve witnessed first-hand how negative thoughts can impact a child’s mental health. But, I’ve also discovered the power of positive thoughts for kids.  A daily affirmation is a powerful tool for anyone,...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/daily-affirmations-for-kids/feed/ 0 34845 https://mommy-diary.com/benefits-of-pretend-play/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=benefits-of-pretend-play https://mommy-diary.com/benefits-of-pretend-play/#respond Wed, 30 Aug 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://mommy-diary.com/?p=33345 Playtime is about so much more than just letting kids run around or tinker with their toys. There are other forms of play, including pretend play.  Pretend play, also called dramatic play or imaginative play, is when kids role-play or pretend, using their imagination to create different scenarios. My children come up with all kinds...]]> https://mommy-diary.com/benefits-of-pretend-play/feed/ 0 33345