I really liked some of her ideas and she seems to be the same type of mom I am – the kind that doesn’t believe in big theme birthday parties where you have to make, buy and finance gifts for the 30 children you have to invite.
Here are some of her ideas that were my favorites:
- Don’t make birthday parties a big deal.
- Don’t forget about board games. You’ll suffer through way too much Candy Land and Chutes and Ladders, but Connect Four and Battleship aren’t half bad. And Clue rocks.
- Never stifle a generous inclination.
- Teach them to pump on the swings A.S.A.P.
- Teach your children to make their own breakfast – and allow them enough time so they can do it without pressure.
- Always pack wipes. If your kids go somewhere without you, send along wipes. It’s like having a mom with them.
- Do not allow the word weinies in your home.
- Give out awards for actual achievements.
- You’re never too old to dress up and decorate your house for Halloween. And it’s more fun for everyone if you are into it. It also entitles you to more candy.
- Independence is a wonderful thing. For everyone. So is together time. Make sure you have a healthy dose of both.
These ideas seem like great advice to me. One idea I would add is, enjoy the moment. It will never come again. Of course, that can be a good thing or a bad thing, depending on what kind of moment you are having.
Does anyone else have any other good ideas?
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