Teaching your kids to feel sorry, not say sorry.

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Tips and ideas to make your morning with kids a success.

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We are excited to be back! As you may know, we are advocates for big families. So if you have a big family or plan to have one, here are some great hacks to help keep your sanity. Also, we have a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT so make sure to listen!Theme music: Upbeat Whistle by Dave DepperArticle: http://offspring.lifehacker.com/how-to-parent-in-bulk-when-you-have-many-kids-1806837476Website: http://learnaswego.org/podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pirl

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It's family vacation season and we have some science to back up why family vacations are important as well as some great road trip tips. We love doing road trips with our family and even though they're not perfect, we've found some things that work for us. We hope to encourage your next family vacation too. And here are the links to the websites we referred to throughout the episode.http://www.smartparenting.com.ph/life/travel/5-reasons-why-we-should-go-on-more-family-vacations-a1162-20170207http://learnaswego.org/2015/09/7-tips-for-successful-road-trip-with.htmlDon't forget to follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/pirlpodcast/ or http://www.instagram.com/lightinmyhomeIf you would like to support us, you can go to https://www.patreon.com/PIRLAnd leave us review! Here's a simple explanation of how to leave a review on itunes: http://www.imore.com/how-rate-or-review-podcast-your-iphone-or-ipadTheme music by Dave Depper

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Studies show that when you make your kids feel special their behavior issues decrease and it creates a stronger bond between parent and child. Find out 6 tips on how to make your kids feel special and also what made us feel special as kids. And here is the link to the websites we referred to throughout the episode.http://www.parents.com/parenting/better-parenting/advice/small-ways-to-make-each-of-your-children-feel-special/Don't forget to follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/pirlpodcast/ or https://www.instagram.com/learnaswegoIf you would like to support us, you can go to https://www.patreon.com/PIRLAnd leave us review! Here's a simple explanation of how to leave a review on itunes: http://www.imore.com/how-rate-or-review-podcast-your-iphone-or-ipadTheme music by Dave Depper

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Researchers have found what's causing middle class families stress and most of it has to do with too much stuff and not enough family time. So we have a few ways to help battle the clutter and to live a more minimalist parenting style without going overboard.And here are the links to the websites we referred to throughout the episode.http://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/home-property/88343278/behind-closed-doors-the-athome-challenges-facing-middleclass-familieshttp://www.theminimalistplate.com/minimalism-parenting/Don't forget to follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/pirlpodcast/If you would like to support us, you can go to https://www.patreon.com/PIRLAnd leave us review! Here's a simple explanation of how to leave a review on itunes: http://www.imore.com/how-rate-or-review-podcast-your-iphone-or-ipadTheme music by Dave Depper

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Should kids share a room? It seems that the goal is to have enough bedrooms that your kids can each have their own room, but research and trends are showing that sharing a room is very beneficial. In this episode, we share the benefits and issues you might come across if you have children sharing a room.And here are the links to the websites we referred to throughout the episode.http://www.parents.com/toddlers-preschoolers/bedroom/nursery-transition/shared-kids-rooms/https://www.learnvest.com/2012/08/should-your-children-be-sharing-a-room/http://www.chicagotribune.com/lifestyles/sc-shared-rooms-family-0524-20160522-story.htmlAnd don't forget to follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/pirlpodcast/If you would like to support us, you can go to https://www.patreon.com/PIRLAnd leave us a review! Here's a simple explanation of how to leave a review on iTunes: http://www.imore.com/how-rate-or-review-podcast-your-iphone-or-ipadTheme music by Dave Depper

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We all have negative thoughts, especially in parenting. Although this is normal, if we let our negative thoughts take control, it can hurt our happiness and even our health. Here are a few tips to help push those negative thoughts away and to be more positive. This not only helps ourselves but helps our parenting and models positive behavior for our children.Here are the links to the websites we referred to throughout the episode.https://www.nytimes.com/2017/01/03/well/mind/the-year-of-conquering-negative-thinking.html?_r=0Affirmation Girl Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qR3rK0kZFkgAnd don't forget to follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/pirlpodcast/ If you would like to support us, you can go to https://www.patreon.com/PIRLTheme music by Dave Depper

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Did you know couples who had a child in 2015 will end up spending an average of $13,000 a year raising that child, which adds up to $233,000 by the time the kid is 17? That's a lot of money, but you may not have to spend that much if you can live frugally.We've been living frugally for the past 7 years and try to be very conscious about our spending. We have 14 awesome tips split over a two part series that will help you get started on becoming a frugal family.And here are the links to the websites we referred to throughout the episode.http://money.usnews.com/money/personal-finance/slideshows/12-habits-of-phenomenally-frugal-familiesDon't forget to follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/pirlpodcast/If you would like to support us, you can go to https://www.patreon.com/PIRLTheme music by Dave Depper

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Did you know couples who had a child in 2015 will end up spending an average of $13,000 a year raising that child, which adds up to $233,000 by the time the kid is 17? That's a lot of money, but you may not have to spend that much if you can live frugally.We've been living frugally for the past 7 years and try to be very conscious about our spending. We have 14 awesome tips split over a two part series that will help you get started on becoming a frugal family.And here are the links to the websites we referred to throughout the episode.http://money.usnews.com/money/personal-finance/slideshows/12-habits-of-phenomenally-frugal-familiesDon't forget to follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/pirlpodcast/If you would like to support us, you can go to https://www.patreon.com/PIRLTheme music by Dave Depper

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