A universal truth about the world is that everyone has made poop jokes, adults and kids alike, and if they haven’t it’s because they are too young to understand why they’re funny. So, if you, like many parents, have grown out of the poop joke stage by the time your kids enter it, you might be stuck desperately trying to get them to stop giggling over potty humor. Face it, it’s a losing battle. Instead, I offer a message of […]
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Every night before I go to sleep, I brush my teeth, comb my beard and take a little white pill that I self-deprecatingly call my “crazy pill”. Well, I used to call it my “crazy pill.” Recently I heard Kristen Bell describe her mental health medication as “broccoli for my brain.” She uses that to explain to her children why she takes her daily medicine and I simply love it. Social Anxiety When I called it my “crazy pill” it […]
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Funny MomHacks to Stop Kids from Leaving Food and Dirty Dishes in Their Bedrooms 3 min. read As a mom, you already have a million things on your plate (no pun intended). The last thing you want to deal with is constantly finding food and dirty dishes scattered throughout your kid’s bedroom. But fear not, dear moms, because we’ve compiled a list of seven hilarious ways to deal with this common problem. 1. The Pest Scare Leave a few pieces […]
Read moreHow do you celebrate Valentine’s Day when you are busy, tired, and broke from parenting littles? This week, Jen and Renee Rhinehart from Party Host Helpers are tackling the question of how to celebrate Valentine’s Day when you’re a busy, tired parent. They’ll share their Valentine’s Day ideas for busy parents with tips for connecting with your partner, even when you’re short on time and money. They’ll also discuss the importance of finding small ways to show love and appreciation […]
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Moms everywhere know the struggle. You’re fast asleep, snuggled in your most comfortable loungewear or pajamas and the alarm goes off. Waking with a start, you realize you’ve already pressed the snooze button too many times and need to scramble to get the kids to school on time. No Time For “Real” Clothes It’s all you can do to get the children dressed, lunches packed and teeth brushed. You don’t have time to get YOURSELF dressed, too! So you head […]
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For the past 12 years, Sam has been writing short poems every day about the joys and challenges of motherhood. Her words capture the beauty, complexity, and unconditional love that come with raising a family. Through her writing, Sam hopes to connect with other mothers and share her experiences with the world. Whether she is celebrating her children’s milestones or reflecting on the struggles of motherhood, Sam’s poetry is a testament to the strength and resilience of mothers everywhere. Poet […]
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Family comes in all different shapes and sizes. In this new day and age, foster parenting, step-parenting, and grandparents raising their grandchildren is not uncommon. Jen sits down with author Debbie Ausburn of “Raising Other People’s Children” and gets raw about her experience with parenting from the point of view of a step-parent and foster parent. Author Debbie Ausburn on Raising Other People’s Children: What Foster Parenting Taught Me about Bringing Together a Blended Family Jen: Welcome to MomCave LIVE, […]
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Every family has its own list of holiday traditions. Some are touching, some are silly, and some aren’t such a great idea. In this episode of MomCave LIVE, Jen talks with children’s book author and founder of I See Me Books, Maia Haag, all about holiday traditions. Traditions at Christmas- Holiday Books With Maia Haag- Mom CaveTV Live Jen of MomCaveTV: Welcome to Momcave LIVE, where we may have lost our minds, but we haven’t lost our sense of humor. […]
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Are your kids’ Santa lists a mile long and a challenge to your budget, living space, and sanity? Parents want to give kids their heart’s desire. But sometimes their hearts desire things that will put us in the poorhouse, make huge messes, drive the rest of the family nuts (drum kit, anyone?), or just won’t be played with after Christmas morning. We’re huge fans of gifts of EXPERIENCES, both for kids and for the entire family. Check out these ideas […]
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Dads are a unique bunch. We tend to be affable individuals who are prepared to adjust to the ever-changing demands of our children and spouses. We are expected to put ourselves second or third and to lose the shitty attitude and be thankful we are part of the family at all. That being said, we tend not to be the best communicators so I’ve put together a list of 5 Things Dads Want Our Wives To Know. Dads Love Our […]
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