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Advice and tips on what respectful parenting looks like, and how to transition from authoritative and authoritarian parenting styles to a respectful parenting style. Plus general parenting advice!

funfetti vanilla cupcakes with store bought vanilla frosting, rainbow sprinkles in light blue ramekin to the side.

Easy Funfetti Vanilla Cupcakes (Perfect for Simple Birthdays)

2025-10-27
On: October 27, 2025
In: Celebrate, Cook, Parent

Inside: A super simple box cake mix upgrade, these easy funfetti vanilla cupcakes will make birthdays, parties or any other special day sweeter, with a lot less effort. The cool weather birthday train has started in our house. We haveREAD MORE …

stuffed animal marshmallows on shelf below other stuffed animals.

45 Non-Toy Christmas Gifts for Kids (When They’ve Got Plenty)

2025-07-19
On: July 19, 2025
In: Celebrate, Minimalist Christmas, Parent

Inside: If you’re thinking about Christmas and realizing your kids have more than enough toys, this growing list of non-toy Christmas gifts for kids will get you started on your list of non-toy gift ideas. We’ve ARRIVED: that amazing timeREAD MORE …

wallet with dollar bills peeking out.

Middle Class Homeschooling: 15 Ways To Make It Work Financially

2025-06-27
On: June 27, 2025
In: Homeschool, Parent

Inside: If you’re wondering whether or not middle class homeschooling is possible, I can assure you it is! Here’s how middle class families are making it make it work financially. The homeschool community majority used to be conservative Christians wantingREAD MORE …

child standing in front of fireplace with hands in tantrum fists.

5 Simple Phrases Every Respectful Parent Needs for the Little Years

2025-05-12
On: May 12, 2025
In: Parent

Inside: If you’re struggling to find the tools you need to navigate intense little people encounters as a respectful parent, these five simple phrases might be the tools you’ve been looking for. Once upon a time, I was most definitelyREAD MORE …

easy snack platter for kids on cutting board with berries, veggies, lunch meat and more.

27 Easy Snacks for Kids (Mostly Healthy Options)

2025-04-14
On: April 14, 2025
In: Cook, Homeschool, Parent

Inside: Are your kids hungry between meals all.the.time? If you’re drawing a blank on snack ideas, this giant list of healthy, easy snacks for kids is here to help! He crept up to me with a secretive grin on hisREAD MORE …

hand holding coffee mug with words, "See The Good" against snowy backdrop.

12 Small Changes I Made Last Year That Made a Big Difference (10/10 Recommend)

2025-01-17
On: January 17, 2025
In: Declutter, Homeschool, Parent

Inside: We often underestimate the power of small changes. I’m reflecting on 12 changes I made last year that had a bigger impact on my happiness and overall wellbeing than I realized. A couple months ago, my 15-year-old told meREAD MORE …

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Welcome! I’m June: Unschooling mom. Respectful parent to five amazing humans. Minimalist and simple living enthusiast.  READ MORE …

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