As a parent, I thought the baby years were the hardest. They certainly were new and sleep-deprived, but as my children grow, I’m learning that every stage of parenting has its own struggles. We’ve been through starting daycare, then school, and dealt with some learning difficulties as my oldest moved into those middle-elementary years where […]
How to effortlessly raise good children
People have told me that my children are “well behaved” or “good.” It doesn’t always feel that way to me. But, I guess, if that’s their public persona, I should be happy. I definitely don’t feel like my children are always good. They fight. They spend too much time on screens. They make huge messes. […]
Coronavirus and non-essential working
When I woke up this morning, I was so grateful I did not have to leave the house. (It’s Saturday!) Practicing Social Distancing is difficult when you still need to go to work. And going to work is necessary when you work in a law office that deals in real estate. We are absolutely a […]
Tips for when your teen starts driving
*Tips for when your teen starts driving is a guest post. If you are interested in writing for A Modern Mom’s Life, please visit my guest posting page.* Having a child that has just started driving will likely be one of the most stressful times in a parent’s life. It’s a big moment for both […]
5 Tips to Help you Find your Next Responsible Babysitter
As a busy working parent I love making time for date nights with my husband. We’re big into movies, so we try to get out once a month (sometimes more) without the kids in tow. Pretty soon my girls will be old enough to stay home on their own, but they still won’t be responsible […]