1. Connecting with family members; for the kids, we have two set days a week where we talk to my mother in law. This helps the kids keep track of days and have something to look forward to every week (think of it like virtual story time). She reads to them and then talks with my older kids during for an hour. They get to tell stories and jokes, or just talk about whatever they want. Best of all it’s a special timr my oldest get together to spend time together and their relationship has really grown from it.

I also do the same sort of thing for myself with other family members because sometimes you just need to have adult conversations 😂

2. Staying active :
Whether it’s inside or out, there is plenty you can do with your kids to keep them busy. From yoga to stretching to having your kids workout with you to having a dance party. Getting them to move will make everyone happier, add sunshine into that and even better. Just don’t think that because it’s a rainy day you can’t do anything. There are so many resources to use! The best part is you can set the kids up with an obstacle course outside or dance party, and they get to be free without you needing to do it with them. (Other than a watchful eye of course 😉). So put some music on and make breakfast at the same time!

I also make sure I am working out a lot during the week to make sure I am taking care of myself. You can’t take care of everyone else if you don’t take care of you!

3. Reading :
During the calls with my mother law she read to them. But I also read to them too. Pick a chapter book and read a couple of chapters during a meal or a quiet time. It’s a great way to connect, not to mention a great way to set a goal for yourself. How many books can you read together in a month?

B O N U S :
at night I ask the boys to either tell me 3 things they are grateful for today or a high and a low. And then I tell them as well.

Love, love, love this! Thank you Ladies 🥰