Today Mom’s Choice is privileged to share an interview with Walker Jean Mills, author of the award-winning children’s book The Good Dog. The Good Dog is an allegory about how to love, accept, and show compassion to others through the eyes of a girl’s love for her dog, and we get to hear from the author herself how her own companion, Charlie, inspired her to share these lessons with the world. Read More
Popular Mommy Blogger Katie Bower Posts About ‘Least Liked’ Child and We Have Thoughts
There is no reason a six-year-old should be concerned with a stranger clicking a virtual ‘like’ button on the internet. There’s actually no reason it should have any effect on their life whatsoever, and certainly shouldn’t cause self-esteem issues. He will never care if nobody tells him how this works. Read More
5 Gratitude Crafts and Activities for This Thanksgiving Season
As we welcome Fall, with its shorter days, cooler temperatures and falling leaves, daydreams of turkey and stuffing and sweet potato casserole are floating around in our brains. Along with family gathering from near and far, let’s not forget to be intentional in the way we think about and express our gratitude Read More
Interview with Nancy Gee, Author of the Secret Book Series
In an interview with our multiple Mom’s Choice Award-Winning author Nancy Gee, we get to hear not only about her background and goals in her career and community, but a special Contest that she is running in conjunction with Stone Soup magazine. We are honored to be able to sit down and hear more! Read More
Why I Take My Kids with Me to Vote
I bring my kids to the polls because it’s important for them to see words and convictions put into action. I am intentional about instilling kindness, compassion, and a sense of justice in my kids every single day. Our job is to make the world a better place. Read More
Woman’s Viral “You Might Be a Normal Mom If” Post Is Spot On
When we get real with each other, that’s where the magic happens. The most important thing someone can say to another is me, too. So find your people. The mom who will let you see her mess, the one who sits in the gym lobby on her phone because she’s enjoying that last few minutes of free childcare, the mom whose car is full of crumbs. Read More
Blogger Shares Hilarious DIY “Sexy” Halloween Costumes for Moms
If you want to dress up as a hot character or food item, more power to you; but for those of us who need to go the DIY route, Stephanie Horman, mom and blogger at Modern Day Wonderland, has us covered. Bonus: all of her costumes are using items that you most definitely have lying around your house! Read More
Meteorologist Gives Weather Report While Wearing Her Sleepy Baby
When asked why she wore her child on air, Martin responded, “Babywearing has been a passion of mine since my son came into my world. It has been an invaluable tool for me as a mother and helped me and my son bond during the early stages of infancy. Not only that, but it was and still is incredibly liberating to be able to comfort my child whilst doing other tasks, which has helped me be a happier mom. Read More
Interview With Jayne Rose-Vallee, Author of Dinosaurs Living in My Hair! 2
As a visitor in classrooms, I have seen firsthand how children can be insensitive, cruel, and mean towards others. Providing simple techniques to young students was a way to begin a conversation with adults reading the book. There is no magical answer to the subject of bullying, however, children need to understand the importance of telling adults when they see something amiss. Read More
10 Creative DIY Children’s Halloween Costumes
Halloween is right around the corner, so as we’re all busy decorating pumpkins and making our spaces extra spooky, let’s not forget about the costumes! Incase the selection at your local stores are making you snore, or you’re opting for a more budget-friendly holiday, we have some great ideas from around the internet for your kids’ trick-or-treating gear! Read More