Motherhood Lessons #2

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This post was written by Guest Blogger Barbara Winters, host of Journeys to Motherhood.

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When I think back to Motherhood Lessons from my childhood, I remember some of the things my mother would incorporate into her daily chores that would include me. These ‘things’ would actually transform a typically boring domestic activity into one of learning and fun…a game, if you will.

For example, the folding of laundry becomes a game of picking out all of the reds, all of the blues, all of the greens, etc… a way to get your laundry folded while teaching your child their colors. Also, when my mother washed clothes, she would help me wash some of my doll clothes. She would then hang her laundry on the ‘big girl line’ and had a lower line for me to hang my doll’s clothes, which was, of course, the ‘little girl line’. I have photographs of hanging laundry with my mother that are priceless! I look just like her “minnie me”!

Now that I have my own 2 1/2+ year old daughter, those charming memories are even more profound in my heart. Though I have done the ‘color game’ with Hailey Rose, we have yet to do the ‘laundry hanging duet’. This mama doesn’t hang laundry…just puts it in the dryer. (Maybe I should re-think my laundry rituals!)
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Fall Trends For Gorgeous Hair

This article was written by Guest Blogger Meri Scals from Maternity Salon.

Get inspired to change your look as the fall foliage does every year. There are some fabulous trends out nowLaura
and just in time to refresh and renew for the season.

In the beauty industry the fall marks the release of new color, cutting and styling trends and it’s the time of year when there are tons of educational events and symposiums sharing the new fall fashions.

This is the time to ask your stylist what new trends they’ve learned for hair fashion. If the answer is nothing, I’d advise you to find a more fashion forward and professional stylist. Fashion and beauty evolve constantly, so should you. Remember you’re not fully dressed if your hair isn’t looking good.

Here are some great tips to guide you in upgrading your look for the season:
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Dealing with Relatives Who Disagree with Your Parenting Choices

This article was written by Guest Blogger Alice Seba of Schmoozins.

At some point or another, as a mom, you will come into contact with someone who doesn’t agree with your parenting choices. Although it can be a bit upsetting to a new parent, those of us who have had more than one child are usually pretty used to it after awhile.

While the majority of people probably won’t say anything directly to you as far as their opposing views,DSC_4411
there are others who will make it known in subtle and sometimes roundabout ways. But, what do you do when that someone is your own relative? Here are some tips to help you deal with relatives who may disagree with your parenting style.

Why Do They Disagree Anyway?

Many times your relatives disagree with something you do or don’t do as a parent because they don’t understand why you chose the route of parenting you do. If this is the case in your family, take the time to listen to their concerns first. Then, be sure to voice yours as well. You might be surprised at how they will come around.
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Tips For Sending Your Child To College

This article was written by Guest Blogger Beverly Mahone of Baby Boomer Bev.

When you sending a child away to college for the first time, you enter into a different realm of parenting.GoHo
You still want the best for your child but you also need to learn how to step back and let your child take control of his own life.

Have you heard the term “helicopter” parents? Those are the parents who “hover” over their children; they can’t bear to let their children grow up and who still feel the need to do everything for them. Very often this sends the message to the child that they can’t do anything on their own. They are nearing adulthood and need to learn how to handle challenges that life presents them…without the help of their parents.

Here are some tips I found useful from an article I read recently:
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