by Jaimi Erickson | Apr 23, 2023 | motivation
I recently was asked to be a part of the uSpeak podcast. Minnie, the interviewer and founder of uSpeak, was so gracious to invite me in and allow me to share all about the SAHM Survival Guide resources and mission. The uSpeak podcast is put on by TCI -Transcription...
by Jaimi Erickson | Apr 18, 2023 | organization, quick tip
When we plan for a family road trip, the first thought I think is how to remain sane. Reducing the stress level that you know will rise during long hours in the car is a prime focus. You can save your sanity on a family road trip. Preparation is key and no, it does...
by Jaimi Erickson | Apr 16, 2023 | motivation
Try four hours of sleep MAX per night, two sore biceps from carrying two babies around, and a memory that is lifeless. That is life with twins during the first year. When I was pregnant with my twins (baby 3 & baby 4), I read a lot about twin development during...
by Jaimi Erickson | Apr 12, 2023 | activities
In our unit study on geology, we added an activity for exploring the scientific method. Growing our own rock gardens, or crystal gardens as I call them, was engaging for the kids. They got to prep the entire activity. We followed the steps of performing an experiment....
by Jaimi Erickson | Apr 10, 2023 | motivation
Our neighbors kept to themselves. There were never kids playing outside. We did not even feel like we had a community of support. My husband was going to travel for work, so this situation was not ideal. Using lonely times to invest in yourself can be a positive. It...