With back to school just around the corner, many of our kids will be asking for increased freedom as they advance a grade; freedom to walk to and from school alone, freedom to bike to the park alone, even freedom to cross the street without holding your hand (cue sobbing).
Here at Mabel’s Labels, we know the importance of a good book. And, because so many of us are parents, we also know the importance of relaxing “mom time”.
So, with lazy summer days on our minds, we asked our staff to each reveal their favourite book and tell us why other moms would love it, too.
Put the kids to bed, pour that glass of wine and get cozy in your favourite armchair. We’ve got a few things for you to add to your summer must-read list!
I had an awesome birth plan.
I’m not an antiseptic, germophobic mom.
My experience in dealing with teachers is that if I’m sensible, reasonable and co-operative, then so are they. We’re all on the same team. People go into teaching because they want to see kids learn and succeed. That gives them a pretty good start!
“Mom, I’m bored.”
For most of us, the ideal vacation involves not having to lift a finger. The whole point of going away is to get away from everything including the chores, the schedules and thinking about what to do next.
Sunscreen should be a key ingredient of your family’s sun protection plan this summer. The lotions, sticks and sprays on the market today do an impressive job of shielding our skin – that is, when they’re used correctly. Before your family heads out for some fun in the sun, make sure you’re avoiding these sunscreen slip-ups:
A few years ago, a Mom I know posted on Facebook about how she was going to enjoy a slow summer with her school-aged kids. They were going to sleep in and just take each day as it came, doing whatever it was they felt like doing. I commented that it was nice that she was doing that and an option not available to working mothers. She responded that she prioritizes her children, which is why she is spending her summer with her children at home.