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How to Create a Fun Summer Schedule for Kids

June 3, 2021 by Aysh Siddiqua

You know how when kids get bored, they are either whining all day long or demanding screen time... I love having my kids at home all day, but like you, I DON’T like the whining at all! I prefer my children have a Summer routine that is fun and still keeps me sane. If you …

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Dear Mom With Big Dreams And Little Children…

November 30, 2020 by Aysh Siddiqua

A memory popped up in my Facebook feed from 10 years ago. It was from the time when I had two children and was struggling to find balance between juggling kids and dreaming of being more than “just a mother”. It is funny how just a few years can make a difference. At that time, …

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7 WAYS HAPPY MOMS RAISE KIND RESPECTFUL CHILDREN JeddahMom

7 Ways Happy Moms Raise Kind Respectful Children

October 11, 2020 by Aysh Siddiqua

Inside: How to raise kind respectful children and be a happy mom. If you wish for your child to respect your personal space and the rights of others, teach them by practicing these 7 things yourself.  When I was newly married, we frequently hung around with my husband’s friends. They had young families with 2-3 …

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How I use a Mommy and Me Journal to connect with my children

June 13, 2020 by Aysh Siddiqua

One of the easiest way to connect with your child when he or she is going through troubled times is to offer a Mommy and Me Journal.

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70+ Fun Activities to do with kids at home

June 3, 2020 by Aysh Siddiqua

Here are some fun activities to do with kids when you are stuck at home. Whether you have toddlers, preschoolers or bigger kids, your children will need activities to keep them busy during this lockdown. Little children may need guided play but as kids grow up, they generally find their own ideas. I highly encourage …

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How to Read with Your Child Everyday (Even When You Are a Busy Mother)!

February 23, 2020 by Aysh Siddiqua

Sharing a book with a child is fun! It is the easiest way to create joy, cuddle and create memories while we pass on the lifelong love of enjoying books. But how do you read with your child everyday when you are already a busy mother. Reading aloud to your child, is the best way …

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Healthy Eating Tips with Gerber

December 4, 2019 by Aysh Siddiqua

This post is sponsored by iHerb. All opinions and tips are my own. I recently ordered some Gerber baby food items from iHerb. In this post, I share my review of those products plus some Healthy Eating tips with Gerber. 

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Printable Super Hero Star Chart for Kids

June 12, 2019 by Aysh Siddiqua

This printable Star Chart for kids has been our favorite for years. Whether it is potty training, recording milestones or rewarding good behavior, star charts are every parent and teachers’ most powerful tool!

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What To Do When Your Kids Keep Getting Sick – How to Boost their Immunity Naturally

December 11, 2018 by Aysh Siddiqua

Do your kids keep getting sick? Here are 10 tried and tested ways I keep my children healthy naturally. In this post, I talk about ways to boost children’s immunity naturally and also how to set it into their daily routine so that they practice being healthy everyday.

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Sample Daily Routine for 3 Year Old Toddlers

October 27, 2018 by Aysh Siddiqua

Need ideas to create a daily routine for toddlers? This daily routine chart is for 3 year olds. It helps to not just structure their daily schedule but also answers questions about their daily activities like what time they should go to bed, afternoon naps, snacks and how to tweak their routine if they are …

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Sample Daily Routine Chart for School Age Children

April 25, 2018 by Aysh Siddiqua

Looking for ideas to create a daily routine chart for kids? This sample routine is for school aged children 5-11 years old. It is a good way to help children independently manage their everyday activities and schedule.

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What to Do When Your Child holds their poop because of constipated

April 9, 2018 by Aysh Siddiqua

A reader wrote in asking for advice with her 3 year old. The child was potty trained to use the toilet to pee but had issues with being regular for her bowel movements. The child had memory of constipation and the pain had stayed with her. It was now preventing her from learning. She was, …

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The Best Multivitamins and Supplements to Keep Your Family Healthy Naturally

November 28, 2017 by Aysh Siddiqua

 Looking for the best multivitamins for your family? Here’s some natural supplements that we have tested. This is a SPONSORED POST written by me on behalf of iHerb. All opinions are 100% mine.  It is Chicken soup and Ginger-Cinnamon tea season again! 🙂 I’m partnering with iHerb and Nature’s Way to share the best multivitamins to keep your family healthy naturally.

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6 Reasons Why you should travel with young children

July 31, 2017 by Aysh Siddiqua

Is it worth spending money on vacations with your young family? This post is about Why you should travel with young children. Here are 6 benefits of family vacation with little babies and toddlers and how family travel can actually help you parent better.

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What to do about Nightmares, Night terrors, Sleep Issues and Night Time waking in children

May 23, 2017 by Aysh Siddiqua

If your toddler, preschooler or older child is suffering from nightmares or night terrors and waking up afraid to go back to sleep, these solutions may help you solve bedtime sleep issues and other forms of night time waking. All children at some stage of growing up have anxieties related to sleep. Some have Nightmares …

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Elevator Safety Rules That Every Child Must Know

March 29, 2017 by Aysh Siddiqua

If your child has ever set foot on a lift, you need to read this… Have you discussed Elevator Safety Rules with your child? Something scary happened yesterday. My 8yr old son got stuck in the elevator all alone. What was even scarier was the fact that he tried to climb out of it himself. The incident …

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Keep Your Family Healthy during the Sandstorm Season with these tips

March 20, 2017 by Aysh Siddiqua

If you live in Saudi Arabia or the GCC, then I am sure you have faced the Sandstorm season. If you have children or little babies, then you must know how difficult it can be to keep them safe and healthy during this time. I am sharing a few tips today, that I have learnt over the …

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Can Learning Languages help you fight Xenophobia, Racism and Discrimination

February 25, 2017 by Aysh Siddiqua

Can learning more languages help fight xenophobia? If yes, how? I am writing this post today as part of a series called A-Z of Raising Multilingual Children hosted by Annabelle of The Piri-Piri Lexicon. All through the month of February, bloggers from all over the world have taken part to talk about different ways to …

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Growing Children who are Confident enough to be Something Else

June 25, 2015 by Aysh Siddiqua

Is your child confident enough to be Something Else? Do they know they are different and that it is okay to be their happy colour and unique self? I am joining Varya from Creative World of Varya to talk about the ABCs of Raising Multicultural Kids. I chose this letter because growing up as an expat …

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35 Simply FUN Summer Activities for Kids

May 22, 2015 by Aysh Siddiqua

Are you a busy mom looking for a summer survival guide to help you through the coming months? From ideas to craft and play, planning kids activities and minimizing screen time to meal planning, here are 38 summer activities for kids and their moms that will give you the best summer yet! When the last bell …

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Top 10 Summer Activities For Babies and Mixed Age Children

May 20, 2015 by Aysh Siddiqua

We love activities that get all our children to play together. With summer just starting and the holidays just weeks away, we can all use ideas that are safe and fun for different aged children. Here are the Top 10 Summer Activities For Babies and Mixed Age Children. Summer usually means family time for us. …

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Planning Activities for Children Everyday: Two ways to do it.

May 17, 2015 by Aysh Siddiqua

Planning activities for children everyday doesn’t have to be hard. As a mom who has raised 4 children – all 2 year or less apart, I love to plan kids activities for my preschoolers and toddlers. Let me show you How to Plan Kids Activities at home. I have been planning play activities for my …

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10 Ways to Encourage Healthy Eating Habits in Children

May 14, 2015 by Aysh Siddiqua

Are you looking for ways to encourage healthy eating habits in your child? Raising children who love real food doesn’t come naturally. We all want to teach our children to make better food choices. I am sharing 10 tips today, that can help ensure your child will be choosing healthy food over junk food, even behind your …

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Encouragement, Creativity and a Super Duper Racer Car

January 11, 2015 by Aysh Siddiqua

We have a DIY toy to share with you today. A car made from material that we usually throw away. It is one little boy’s creativity along with a lesson in positive parenting. Here is a showcase of how a little encouragement and opportunity goes a long way in building a child’s confidence. My son made a racer …

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