Raising Children to Weather the Storm
If you’ve ever been to Jamaica, then you know all about Jamaican cornrows and beads. The braided curly hairstyles are actually called cane rows back home, and here in America people call them Dutch braids. I remember the night before we boarded the plane from Sangster International Airport in Monego Bay, Jamaica to begin a new life…
When I asked the pediatrician, “when do babies begin teething?” I was shocked by his answer. “Most babies teeth between four and six months,” he said. I knew there had to be some mistake. My son was only a couple months old when I started noticing signs of teething. I knew early on he was…
I’ve been contemplating signing up for a 10k run. But every time I decided to commit, something stops me. A co-worker convinced me to register for a 5k about five years ago. After finding out that I was expecting Princess, I continued to train. I’d run a few miles a day for about four to five days week….
With only a few weeks away from starting my third trimester, I’m beginning to slow down. According to my peeps at BabyCenter, my baby is about the size of a LARGE mango. For some reason, I think this kid is gonna be a tall one. The ultrasound tech says that she can tell by…
It was an interesting week to say the least. I woke up one morning with a cramp in my ass! No lie! I could barely move. I almost called out sick. I’ve had pregnancy cramps before, but this one was a doozy. I remember having hip pains during my first trimester, which didn’t last long….
I’m 20 weeks along in my pregnancy and it feels like my baby is nocturnal. We’re half way there! My baby is about the size of a banana (maybe a little longer). I’ve gained just under 10 pounds, but I feel a lot heavier. Similar to my first pregnancy, this baby is nocturnal and loves…
The other day I saw a mom punch her 4-year-old in the arm. Normally, I’m a very outspoken person. But, I was speechless. It tears me up inside that I didn’t say anything as soon as it happened. Disciplining kids isn’t always easy, but there must be limits. The following day a co-worker told me…
You’ve heard the saying, “open the windows and let in some fresh air.” But would you let your kids sleep outside for an afternoon nap in frigid temperatures? That’s exactly what some parents do in parts of Europe. Best custom awnings can provide a perfect solution for creating a safe and comfortable outdoor space for…
