Hey there, wonderful moms! Hope you all made it through the time change without too much hassle. Longer days are great, but those dark mornings? Not so much! This week, it's all about getting ready for Spring Break: sorting out those car issues, tackling the never-ending laundry pile, grabbing those last-minute supplies, and of course, packing. If you're already off enjoying your break, kudos to you! Cheers!

• Fitness Routine: Customize your workouts to suit your busy schedule and find your ideal space for fitness.

• Emotional Intelligence: Empower your kids with early tools for expressing and managing emotions effectively.

• St. Patrick's Day: Enjoy the holiday with fun STEM experiments for kids.

FITNESS

Get moving, mama.

Prioritizing movement over formal exercise is key. Whether you're chasing after toddlers or squeezing in a quick yoga session during nap time, every bit of activity counts towards a healthier you. With these resources and tips, moms can conquer their fitness goals without ever leaving home.

Find your space… 🧘‍♀️

Creating a home gym doesn't require a lot of space or money. Fitnessista has made it easy to decide where your workouts fit best in your home. From the outdoors to the attic, she has something for everyone!

🏋️‍♀️Next Up: Budget-Friendly Equipment! You don't need expensive machines to get a good workout. Discover fitness products under $50 that are perfect for home workouts in this curated list by Buzzfeed. A few of my home gym necessities include:

• Yoga Mat: Amazon Basics has you covered with this $20 mat.

• Weight Set: You don’t need heavy weights for an impactful workout. Check out these options!

• Booty Bands: AKA resistance bands are key (and cheap!) to a great workout.

Get in a routine. 💪

Lifestyle blogger Shay shares her tips for adding movement into everyday activities, making fitness a seamless part of your routine. Read her insightful tips on Mix and Match Mama. The digital world may be a way to stay focused on a workout routine. Explore the world of workout apps, which offer guidance, instruction, and flexibility. PCMag's recommendations for the best workout apps of 2024 cover various categories to suit every mom's needs.

Tailored for Moms 👩‍🍼
Specific apps cater to the unique needs of moms, offering prenatal/postnatal workouts and personalized training. Check out Garage Gym Reviews for their top picks, including apps like Caliber and Future. 📱

…And if the kids are around…

Balancing fitness with parenting can be challenging, but it doesn't have to be. Engage your kids with fun home workouts that the whole family can enjoy. Check out QALO's 12 engaging activities for parents and kids.

PARENTING

The key to unlocking Emotional Intelligence in children. 🔑

What is Emotional Intelligence (EQ)? A person’s ability to express and manage feelings appropriately while respecting the feelings of others. It’s a set of skills that children can begin learning at any age.

According to VeryWell Family, benefits include…

• High EQ is linked to high IQ and academic success, with emotionally intelligent children performing better on standardized tests and achieving higher grades.

• EQ fosters better relationships, aiding children in managing conflict and developing deeper friendships.

• Childhood EQ predicts lifelong success, as kindergarteners with social and emotional skills are more likely to obtain college degrees and secure full-time jobs by age 25.

• Individuals with higher emotional intelligence are less likely to experience depression and other mental health issues.

Identify 🔎: According to experts on CNBC, kids who do these 6 things have high emotional intelligence. Find out what they are here.

Find strategies to develop emotional intelligence in your children.

• Effective Communication: Teach your child to express their emotions constructively with a simple fill-in-the-blank sentence. Parenting coach Destini Ann Davis shares this powerful tool for helping kids take ownership of their feelings in everyday situations. Find out more on Tinybeans.

• Promoting Social-Emotional Development: Understand the importance of social-emotional development in children and explore practical strategies for nurturing these skills. From using the correct language to modeling emotional regulation, I find valuable insights in this article from Baby Chick.

• Calming Strategies: When emotions run high, try these innovative techniques to help your child manage anger and frustration effectively. Explore grounding techniques, calm-down corners, and meditation bottles in this comprehensive guide from CafeMom.

🧩🎲Games for Emotional Learning. Engage your child in fun and educational activities designed to enhance emotional intelligence. Discover innovative games and exercises that promote self-awareness and emotional regulation in this resource from Positive Psychology.

AND ALSO THIS. . .

SECRETS REVEALED: One habit can help raise smart, kind kids…

📖Reading aloud to them daily, even if they can already read independently!

•  Reading aloud is a powerful keystone habit proven to widen vocabulary, enhance brain development, foster lifelong reading habits, improve behavior, strengthen bonds, and increase empathy. 

• Even when children can read on their own, continuing to read aloud helps them advance to higher reading levels and exposes them to more complex content, promoting growth in comprehension and vocabulary.

•  If older children are less interested, engaging them with intriguing magazine or newspaper articles while they're occupied can still provide benefits and spark interest in reading.

Need more proof of the benefits of reading to your kids? Check out these resources.

📚Why is it important to read to your child? Link Here.

📚19 incredible benefits of reading to children. Link here.

We’ve got book suggestions! 🤓

TRENDING

SNIPPETS

A great way to amplify yourself: Take this kit filled with tips on purging procrastination

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