What is the number one thing that people could do at night to reduce morning stress?When my daughters were younger I often told them to pick out their clothes before they went to bed. And they would respond with a halfhearted “Okay, Mom.” And the next morning there would be a … [Read more...] about Morning Stress Makeover
About Jackie Ramirez
Appreciate Children’s Efforts
Instructions are important, especially to children doing a chore for the first time.When I was about six years old we lived in Daytona Beach, Florida. Sand was everywhere; on our floors, in our shoes and in our beds. I took it on my own to sweep up the sand now and … [Read more...] about Appreciate Children’s Efforts
Two Things Your Kids Don’t Need: Clutter and Stress
What does stress have to do with kids and a messy house? Everything!You have probably seen the television shows with people who hoard things until there is no room left to walk. Well, many of us have messy or cluttered homes now and then and we thank our lucky stars there is … [Read more...] about Two Things Your Kids Don’t Need: Clutter and Stress
What I learned From Other Parents Anonymous Members (Part 2)
Having objective feedback from other caring individuals was invaluable to me— a mom with anger issues who was often unsure of herself.Gratitude spills all over when I think of everything I learned from my Parents Anonymous group members. They taught me how to communicate … [Read more...] about What I learned From Other Parents Anonymous Members (Part 2)
Weather Changes Affect Children’s Behavior
Fall weather can be unpredictable and changes in weather can alter children’s behavior.When my girls were school-aged, the topic of weather and our children’s behavior came up in my Parents Anonymous group. The facilitator said, “Any time there is a weather change you can … [Read more...] about Weather Changes Affect Children’s Behavior
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to