6 mins read

Where Did My Libido Go After Kids? And How to Get it Back with Sofia Ashley

Where Did My Libido Go After Kids? And How to Get it Back with Sofia Ashley. In this candid episode of the ModernMom Podcast, certified sex coach Sofia Ashley gets real about the challenges of maintaining a healthy sex life after kids. As a mom and stepmom who’s reinvented her libido three times, Sofia shares her personal journey and practical tips for parents struggling to reconnect with their sexual selves. From debunking common myths about libido to offering actionable advice on how to reignite intimacy, Sofia brings the real talk and magic needed to transition-proof your sex life. Tune in for an empowering conversation on why a healthy sex life matters and how to get it back after kids.

4 mins read

Holiday Budgeting Tips: How Moms Can Prepare Financially for the Season

The holidays can be a magical time filled with family, fun, and festivities, but they can also create financial stress. Between gifts, travel, and gatherings, the holiday season can strain even the most well-planned budget. To help you stay on track, here are 10 practical holiday budgeting tips that will allow you to enjoy the season without the financial hangover. Plus, we’ve included some great tools and affiliate resources to help manage your spending!

3 mins read

Hand Washing Tips for Kids

When your child comes into the kitchen while you are making dinner, literally armed with an assortment of bugs, snails and worms up and down her hands and arms, the last thing she is thinking about is washing her hands. That is where children differ from adults, because that is probably your first thought. Try to remain calm as you instruct her to put the creatures back outside and then to wash her hands.

8 mins read

10 Tips To Keep Children Safe from Sexual Abuse

Keeping your children safe from child predators sounds like a scary proposition, but it doesnt have to be. We used to teach children about stranger danger, but studies have shown that most sexual abuse occurs at the hands of someone known to the child. He might seem like the friendliest teacher, neighbor, uncle or coach. Unfortunately, this person, who is always showing an interest in your child and working to develop trust, can sometimes be a child predator. It is difficult for adults to recognize these people for who they really are, and of course, it is even more difficult for children. Just as we teach children about the dangers associated with crossing the street or going near a hot oven, we must talk to them about recognizing and avoiding threatening encounters with child predators. I have a short list of “tips” that have helped me talk to my children about safety. Here are some suggestions: