by Jaimi Erickson | Apr 4, 2012 | motherhood, parenting
After working in three different child care centers across the country and as my first child grew, I understood more concretely how my decision to leave my child in the care of others would impact him. It is the personal choice of my husband and I to not use day care....
by Jaimi Erickson | Feb 21, 2012 | motherhood, motivation
Did you make the list of most powerful women of the last year? Every year Fortune magazine lists the 50 most powerful women, in business, but of course this is only one sector of powerful women. I noticed a blog out there that targets busy working...
by Jaimi Erickson | Jan 30, 2012 | motivation, parenting
Socialization is the most over-used term in the parenting world-and early childhood education world-these days…and often the most misinterpreted. We stay-at-home moms are not depriving our children of proper socialization, we are actually providing the best form...
by Jaimi Erickson | Jan 18, 2012 | activities
I was first introduced to DIY sensory bottles when I worked in a daycare center. These sensory toys are very easy to make, are great for older kids to help make, and can be made in a variety of sizes. If you do not drink bottled water, you can use baby...
by Jaimi Erickson | Jan 7, 2012 | activities, quick tip
I have heard from some parents that the less toys they have in the tub the better they like it, because they just want baths to be quick. I think giving kids some fun bath time activities can make bath time time that I get to sit for a bit. How often in...