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Building a Thriving Family: The Balance of Love and Leadership
Family Business delves into the heart and strategy of managing a flourishing family. From the pivotal role of the primary caregiver and the support they deserve, to the leadership, vision, and adaptability needed to tackle life’s challenges and celebrate its victories, we cover every aspect of family life. It’s about cherishing every moment—not just for our kids and partners, but for ourselves too.
Unified Parenting: Strategies for Collaboration and Growth
Unified Parenting is about creating aligned goals and evolving strategies that grow with your child. Here, we explore how to maintain harmony in co-parenting, navigate disagreements, and gracefully course-correct when one partner veers off track. From managing misalignments to reinforcing consistency, this space offers real, actionable support to help you parent as a united front—because whether together or apart, your children thrive when you're on the same team.
The Power of the Village: Building Your Support Network
Raising a child—and supporting the parents doing the raising—takes a strong, compassionate community. The Village centers on building a network that nurtures both you and your kids. From extended family to faith groups, community centers to close friends, we explore how to foster meaningful connections you can count on. A healthy village isn’t a luxury—it’s a vital foundation for a thriving family.
Me Time: Prioritizing Yourself in the Parenting Hustle
Parenting is a full-time hustle, and in the chaos, it’s easy to forget a vital priority—you. Me Time is about carving out space for your well-being—whether it's recharging, moving your body, pursuing passions, or leaning on your village. Because a happy, healthy you is one of the greatest gifts you can give your family.
From the Bottom of My Heart
Littles
Those early years are packed with adorable moments, laugh-out-loud quotes, and the delightful chaos only little ones can create. Littles is a space to celebrate the magic of raising young children while navigating the ups and downs that come with it. From understanding developmental milestones to setting boundaries (even when their antics make it hard to stay firm), we discuss tips, strategies, and heartwarming reflections to help cherish these precious—and undeniably tiring—years that go by way to fast.
Tweens
The tween years can be one of the most challenging phases of parenting. Just when you start to breathe easier because they’re more self-sufficient, you realize a whole new level of guidance and protection is needed. In Tweens, we explore the unique challenges of this transitional stage—tackling tough topics like sex, drugs, and cyberbullying, (because guess what... they're talking about it with their friends) while encouraging independence and building self-confidence. It’s a wild, pivotal journey to adolescence, and we’re here to help you navigate it with wisdom, patience, and a sense of humor.
Teens
Parenting teenagers brings a unique mix of challenges and rewards. Teens dives into the complexities of this stage, exploring everything from the brain-altering effects of hormonal changes to the social and emotional hurdles teens face in today’s world. We focus on strategies to help you transition from being their protector to becoming their coach and guide as they move closer to adulthood. From improving communication and fostering independence to setting healthy boundaries, this space offers practical advice to support you and your teen during these transformative years.
Young Adults
It’s hard to believe, but the moment has arrived—your little one is all grown up and stepping into adulthood. Whether they’re heading to university, trade school, the military, or starting their career, this is a monumental transition for both of you. In Higher Education, we explore ways to support their excitement (and their nerves) while helping you navigate your own whirlwind of emotions. It’s a bittersweet milestone, but together, you’ll embrace this next chapter with pride and love.
Senior Survival
When it comes to seniors, we’re not talking about high school or college grads—we’re talking about our parents! As they age, our relationship evolves, impacting not only us but our kids as well. Senior Survival dives into negotiating their care with siblings (or handling it solo) to navigating the emotional challenges of their aging, this phase is as complex as it is meaningful. It’s a chance to model compassion, responsibility, and connection for our children while finding strength and grace in our own evolving role during their twilight years.
Parenting with Heart
Parenting is as unique as the families who live it. The insights shared here may not resonate with everyone—and that’s okay. Take what feels helpful, leave what doesn’t, and trust yourself. No one knows your child better than you do, and your love, intuition, and understanding are your greatest tools.
At its core, this blog is a pouring out of the love I have for my kids, who almost all are grown, and what they've taught me. It's about leading with love, compassion, and honesty— and growing into the best version of yourself, not just for your child but for you as well. Parenting isn’t about perfection; because God knows I'm no Suzie Homemaker, it’s about connection, effort, and showing up every day with the intention to love, guide, and support your child in the best way you can.
The Philosophy:
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Show up.
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Be present
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Be willing to learn
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Be ready to adapt.
Parenting isn’t about perfection—it’s about connection, effort, and showing up every day with the intention to love, guide, protect and support your child in the best way you know how always driving to do better.