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Parenting tips, hacks, and advice to help you parent your children from a positive, Christian perspective. This board has advice for every age from babies…
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10 Keys to Survive (and Thrive) During Summer Break | The Merry Momma
Want to ENJOY summer vacation with more peace, joy, and intention? Follow these strategies to survive (and thrive!) during your kids’ summer break.
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
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"Halftime" Report: 9 Reflections From 9 Years of Parenting | The Merry Momma What I Want, Mommas, Parenting Hacks, Reflection, Improve, Positivity, Learning, Children, Join
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Join me as I reflect on what I’ve learned in the last 9 years of parenting, as well as what I want to improve in the second half of the “game.”
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
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7 Ways to Disciple Your Kids at Home Serve The Lord, Disciple, Kids House, Teen, Faith, Christian
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Do you want to raise kids who love and serve the Lord? Don’t let this responsibility overwhelm you! Use the following tips as a guide to disciple your kids and lay a solid foundation of faith in your home.
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
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10 Things Parents Need to Know About Play Outdoor Play, Child Development, Opposites, Make Time, Kids Playing, Need To Know, Parents
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Most parents know – at least on some level – that play is beneficial for kids. But do we REALLY understand just how important it is for their development? Here are 10 things parents need to know about the importance of play.
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
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How to Talk to Your Kids About Easter: What it is, What it means, and How it impacts our lives today | The Merry Momma Easter Story, Easter Time, Hebrews 9:12, Jesus Sacrifice, Discussion Guide, Jesus Stories, About Easter, How He Loves Us
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Reading the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection to our kids is great, but it’s also important to dig deeper into the meaning and significance of it. Here’s a guide for how to talk to your kids about Easter -- what it is, what it means, and how it impacts our lives today.
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
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5 Strategies to Teach Kids Delayed Gratification Kids Up, Our Kids, Delayed, Life Skills, Teaching Kids, Strategies, Success
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Delayed gratification is an essential life skill, but it doesn’t just happen on its own. We have to be intentional about teaching it to our kids. Set yours up for future success with these tips for teaching kids delayed gratification.
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
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15 Winter Hacks For Parents Winter Hacks, Kids, How To Become, Challenges, Merry
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Winter can be challenging with kids, which is why I set out to assemble some of the best winter hacks for parents. All are sure to help you become a more peaceful, joyful, and intentional mom this winter.
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
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30 Days of Prayer For Your Kids + FREE Printable Calendar Prayer For You, Pray For Us, Free Printable Calendar, Free Printables, 30 Day, Prayers
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Praying for our kids is one of the best ways we can care for them, and one of the most valuable gifts we can give. Join me in this “30 Days of Prayer for Your Kids” challenge!
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
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How to Faithfully Steward Our Children Sayings, Lot
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What does it mean to steward our children, and how do we do it? There’s a lot that could be (and has been) said about this, but here are the general steps we need to take to faithfully steward our kids.
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
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15 Things to Do With Your Kids When You’re Tired or Sick Done With You, Activities To Do, Willpower, Quality Time, Tired, Sick
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Let’s face it – some days, there’s not enough willpower in the world to summon up the energy for lively activities with our kids. Fortunately, there are ways to spend quality time with our kids that don’t require a lot of energy! The next time you’re all tapped out, try one of these things to do with your kids when you’re tired or sick.
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Parenting
10 Ways to Keep Kids Occupied While Waiting (Without Screens!) Waiting, Screens, Bust
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The next time you have to wait with kids, bust out one of these ways to keep kids occupied while waiting (without screens!).
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
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My Favorite Resources for Building Character in Kids Strong Character, Character Building, Resources, Favorite, Boys
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Want to raise kids with strong character and values? What parent doesn’t?? Here’s a list of some of my favorite resources for building character in your kids.
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
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What to do during tough parenting seasons when dealing with challenging behavior issues in your kids Toddler Discipline, Chores For Kids, Christian Parenting, Behavior, Tough
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Behavior issues can be exhausting, especially when they’re an ongoing struggle. In those times, however, it’s more important than ever to parent with love, joy, and intention. Here are 6 things we need to do when managing misbehavior.
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
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6 Tips for Helping Kids Navigate Changes in Routine New School Year, Life Changes, Routine, Tips, Seamless, Smooth, Counseling
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Changes in routine are hard for kids. Whether because of a new school year, a move, or changes in life circumstances, here are a few tips for making the transition as smooth and seamless as possible.
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
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How to painlessly remove stubborn Band-Aids Off Band, Baby Shampoo, Layers Of Skin, Band Aid, Stubborn, Cleaning Household, Super Easy, Tears
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Got a stubborn bandage that doesn’t want to come off (at least without taking several layers of skin with it)? Here’s the super easy way to painlessly remove stuck-on Band-Aids without tears!
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
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Building Biblical literacy is a priority in my parenting. Is it in yours? If regular Bible study is something you want to establish and encourage in your home, read about how I read the Bible with my kids (plus some of my best tips!). Little King, Priorities, Literacy, I Am Awesome, Encouragement, Bible
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Building Biblical literacy is a priority in my parenting. Is it in yours? If regular Bible study is something you want to establish and encourage in your home, read about how I read the Bible with my kids (plus some of my best tips!).
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Parenting
All kids want and need to feel loved by their parents. While telling them, “I love you,” is necessary and good, sometimes it’s more meaningful to get specific and creative. Even if they’re not necessarily “words of affirmation” kids, these statements will go a long way towards making your kids feel loved. Love My Kids, All Kids, I Smile, Make Me Smile, What Kind Of Man, Affirmations For Kids, I Am Statements, Mom Guilt, You Are Important
Love My Kids
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What Kind Of Man
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You Are Important
All kids want and need to feel loved by their parents. While telling them, “I love you,” is necessary and good, sometimes it’s more meaningful to get specific and creative. Even if they’re not necessarily “words of affirmation” kids, these statements will go a long way towards making your kids feel loved.
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Parenting
10 Ways to Get One-on-One Time With Your Kids - The Merry Momma Kids And Parenting, Building Self Esteem, Chore List, Go To Movies, Emotional Skills, One Time, Best Investments
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10 Ways to Get One-on-One Time With Your Kids - The Merry Momma
Real love is shown by what we do day in and day out. Here are 30 simple -- yet powerful -- ways you can show your kids you love them every single day. Speak Life, Singles Day, Real Love
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Real love is shown by what we do day in and day out. Here are 30 simple -- yet powerful -- ways you can show your kids you love them every single day.
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
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cultivate gratitude in kids during the Christmas season Christmas Seasons, 5 Ways, Competing, Gratitude, Things To Come, Luster
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When it comes to our kids’ hearts at Christmas, it’s hard to compete with the luster of presents. Here are 5 ways you can cultivate gratitude in your kids during the Christmas season.
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
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5 tips for a pre-holiday toy purge Purge, Kids Room, Teddy Bear, Toys, Holiday
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Toy overwhelm is real! Here's why you should do a pre-holiday toy purge plus 5 tips for fuss-free purges.
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
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How to Help Your Kids Calm Down - The Merry Momma Whole Brain Child, Back Rubs, Strong Willed Child, Temper Tantrums, Brain Science, Better Parent, Brain Development, Calm Down, Meltdowns
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How to Help Your Kids Calm Down - The Merry Momma
25 Engaging Questions to Ask Kids About Their Day - The Merry Momma Do You Feel, How Are You Feeling, Favorite Questions, Great Conversation Starters, Aunts, He Day, Questions To Ask, Uncles, Be Kind To Yourself
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25 Engaging Questions to Ask Kids About Their Day - The Merry Momma
Top 10 Things Teachers Want Parents to Know - The Merry Momma Gang Up, Teachers, Wanted, Tops, Dads
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Top 10 Things Teachers Want Parents to Know - The Merry Momma
Getting back into the swing of things for a new school year can be tough for both kids and parents. Here are 10 ways to prepare for back to school. School Mom, After School Club, School Clubs, First Day Of School, Back To School, Private School, Public School
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Getting back into the swing of things for a new school year can be tough for both kids and parents. Here are 10 ways to prepare for back to school.
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Lisa | The Merry Momma
Parenting