Fighting the Zs with Better Habits

Fighting the Zs with Better Habits

Getting Real With Shadra Bruce Sometimes that morning coffee just doesn’t do it for you. We’ve all had days where we are just dragging, whether we are low on sleep, overworked, or just plain worn out. But if you’re having a hard time shaking...
United You Stand

United You Stand

Getting Real With Shadra Bruce When there is more than one person caring for a child there are bound to be disagreements. It can come down to personal preference or may actually be differing values based on how your were raised. But the disagreement itself is rarely...
Sugar High

Sugar High

Getting Real With Shadra Bruce Sugary treats are fun. I have a hard enough time saying no to ice cream for myself, so imagine how hard it is when the kids want it. Dave and I could give in each time the kids want some sort of dessert but it’s really not the...
Something to Fear

Something to Fear

Getting Real With Shadra Bruce There are rational and irrational fears. Children especially can be fearful because there is so much they don’t know. As a parent it can seem silly, but not taking a child’s fear seriously can make things much worse. Your...
Stress Management for Kids

Stress Management for Kids

Getting Real With Shadra Bruce I have a confession. Every weekend, Dave and I play Mario Kart on our Wii. It’s more than just a video game. It’s a way to recognize that it is the weekend, that the work week is over. And it’s a way to relieve stress....