I am in a unique season of parenting. I have the joy of having two toddlers and two teens. I get to experience the innocence and development of the tiny tots and the struggle of belonging and self-discovery of girls who are becoming young women. I want my relationship with each of them to remainContinue reading “How to build strong parent-teen relationships through effective communication and trust-building”
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The power of play: Simple ways to boost your child’s development
When you become a parent, you may start to daydream about your child’s future. What will she be good at? When will she learn to read? Will he be a genius? Where will he go to college? And before we know it, we start signing them up for enriching activities and encouraging their academic excellence. Continue reading “The power of play: Simple ways to boost your child’s development”
Refillable: Self-care ideas for the millennial mom running on empty
Hi, mama. I see you. I AM you. You’re running on fumes, pouring every ounce of yourself into your family… forgetting to fill your own cup as most mamas do. I know how easy it is to push your needs aside in the never-ending balancing act of motherhood. But here’s the thing… self-care isn’t selfish.Continue reading “Refillable: Self-care ideas for the millennial mom running on empty”
Breaking the script: How journaling can rewrite toxic mom narratives
Stop. Just stop. All of those lies you’ve been telling yourself are simply not true. You were created in God’s image, and that is such a beautiful thing. He made you exactly as you were meant to be. When you constantly criticize yourself or hold yourself to unrealistic standards, you may experience increased stress, anxiety,Continue reading “Breaking the script: How journaling can rewrite toxic mom narratives”
God’s wildflowers: Embracing your kids’ unique gifts and struggles
Have you ever looked at a field filled with wildflowers? It is filled with such beauty. Each flower is unique, with its own colors, shapes, and sizes. Some are tall and bold, while others are delicate and easy to miss. They bloom at different times, but together, they create a stunning display of diversity andContinue reading “God’s wildflowers: Embracing your kids’ unique gifts and struggles”
Creating order in chaos: How I manage a household of 6
If you don’t come from a big family, managing a family of six may seem overwhelming. Some days, it is super overwhelming: getting people from here to there, making food to feed a small army, making appointments, and maintaining hobbies. But the joy that bursts through our home outweighs the challenges… most days. We areContinue reading “Creating order in chaos: How I manage a household of 6”
The joy of chaos: Embracing the crazy moments of motherhood
Whether you have one kid or four, motherhood comes with its fair share of chaos. What we do in the chaos defines us and shows what kind of mother we are. Now, I am not saying that you have to be a certain way– to each her own! But I am saying there is aContinue reading “The joy of chaos: Embracing the crazy moments of motherhood”
Make learning fun: Engaging tiny minds beyond curriculum
“How high can your kid count?” “Does she know her ABCs?” “Can he write his name?” “Oh, he speaks really well.” “I can’t believe she’s not potty trained yet.” Does this sound familiar? The 37,000 questions and comparisons that steal the joy of early childhood learning. Are these things all important? Absolutely. Do we putContinue reading “Make learning fun: Engaging tiny minds beyond curriculum”
From sorting to sensory play: Exploring the wonders of color bins
I’ve been trying to be super intentional about incorporating engaging learning activities for our toddlers during playtime. This helps them build basic knowledge while having fun. Our most recent obsession is color bins, and given how excited they are about these, I knew I had to share them Welcome to The Nikki Project, your go-toContinue reading “From sorting to sensory play: Exploring the wonders of color bins”
How I balance being a mom and an entrepreneur
Mamas. I salute you. Whether you are a working mama, a stay-at-home mama, or a mama with a side hustle– you are doing your most precious work and trying to balance it all. I have been all of the above at different times in my life. I was a working mama with a stressful, bigContinue reading “How I balance being a mom and an entrepreneur”