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Do you dread exercising but then when you do exercise you start to love it? Here's a little reverse psychology to get you doing in the right direction! (That direction is probably near the gym by your house!)

How do I make good decisions? Sometimes decision making can be challenging and perplexing. Here's one idea on how to approach decisions.

Do you care about your neighbors? Do you want to share the good news about Jesus with them, but don't know where to start? Share the Good News about Jesus with your friends and neighbors at Christmas with a loving, thoughtful gift.

Do you know if your kids have special gifts related to instruments or making music? Find out using these simple beginner steps!

Do you know if your kids have special gifts related to instruments or making music? Find out using these simple beginner steps!

It's difficult to limit screen time with our children because our lives are busy. Do you wish your child spent less time in front of a screen? Here's one mom's example of how to put some practices in place for the well-being of your child and your family. The Bluebird's Nest is where a seasoned mom shares support and helpful ideas for moms in the trenches of child-raising. Over the centuries, Bluebirds have come to represent Happiness, Nesting, Protection of Home, Endurance in Trials, Encouragement, Faith, Hope, and Spiritual Growth. These are the traits of a wonderful mother -- a lovely mama bluebird!

How do I teach my kids the life skills they need to succeed and function in life? Here's some ideas from a seasoned mom to help you get started giving your kids a well-rounded education. The Bluebird's Nest is where a seasoned mom shares support and helpful ideas for moms in the trenches of child-raising. Over the centuries, Bluebirds have come to represent Happiness, Nesting, Protection of Home, Endurance in Trials, Encouragement, Faith, Hope, and Spiritual Growth. These are the traits of a wonderful mother -- a lovely mama bluebird!

Do you want your kids to learn to be capable of living on their own? Are you wondering how to prepare your kids to live independently? Here's a helpful tool from a seasoned mom about how to train your kids for this future achievement! The Bluebird's Nest is where a seasoned mom shares support and helpful ideas for moms in the trenches of child-raising. Over the centuries, Bluebirds have come to represent Happiness, Nesting, Protection of Home, Endurance in Trials, Encouragement, Faith, Hope, and Spiritual Growth. These are the traits of a wonderful mother -- a lovely mama bluebird!

Here's a sample of how to put together a fun unit study for your students! The Bluebird's Nest is where a seasoned mom shares support and helpful ideas for moms in the trenches of child-raising. Over the centuries, Bluebirds have come to represent Happiness, Nesting, Protection of Home, Endurance in Trials, Encouragement, Faith, Hope, and Spiritual Growth. These are the traits of a wonderful mother -- a lovely mama bluebird!

Do you want your kids to love the Lord and know their Bibles like a good friend? This seasoned mom shares a simple tool called a Power Up that can help you get started! The Bluebird's Nest is where a seasoned mom shares support and helpful ideas for moms in the trenches of child-raising. Over the centuries, Bluebirds have come to represent Happiness, Nesting, Protection of Home, Endurance in Trials, Encouragement, Faith, Hope, and Spiritual Growth. These are the traits of a wonderful mother -- a lovely mama bluebird!

How do you get a kid to calm down when they are freaking out?

Unit Studies are a fun and interesting way to break up the monotony of school. Learn here how to put one together!

Do you ever feel like you want to rush through a painful situation and just move on with life?

Do you have a favorite verse that you could pray over your kids everyday? This will stick in their memory and become part of who they are.

Once in a while our kids need to learn to sit quietly and peacefully without having to be entertained with a screen of some kind. Take up this challenge to teach your kids the skill of peacefulness.

We really enjoyed using all of these books. You can graduate from one to the next!

What are the life skills you needed to know in order to be independent? What do you think your kids need to know?

You might be surprised how beneficial and advantageous a 20-year-goal list is right now, even when you are so busy you don't have a clue how you would ever get it done!

One of the most stressful things a mom of young kids will do is take toddlers on an airplane trip. Tip: Make sure they are chewing or sucking during the takeoff and landing to alleviate the pressure/altitude changes that pain their little ears and make them cry, thus disturbing you and their fellow travelers!

It's nice to sit in church alone while someone else takes care of your kids, but as they get older, I believe it's super important for the kids to see the adults worshipping so they don't equate their relationship with God to baby stuff or cartoons. Not all churches allow little kids in the service but give it a try and bring alone some quiet snacks and coloring books to keep their little hands busy so they can listen.

Do you think your kids watch too much TV, but you don't know what to do about it? Here's some helpful suggestions from an experienced mom. Welcome to The Bluebird's Nest-- where mama birds can go to get their feathers fluffed up when they feel a little flat!

You're not alone. What you are going through is normal. It won't always feel this way. Words of truth and wisdom from an experience mama bird.

Here's a mom who survived homeschooling 4 kids all the way through high school. If you are discouraged or unsure, remember homeschooling probably doesn't have to look like what you think it has to look like!

Look at this beautiful red foliage! Don't forget to really open your eyes and look around at the beauty to be enjoyed this autumn season. Include your kids in some fall crafts!

Welcome to The Bluebird's Nest-- where mama birds can go to get their feathers fluffed up when they feel a little flat! Bluebirds can be symbols of happiness, fertility, nesting, protection of home, encouragement in struggle, spiritual growth, new beginnings, faith, and hope. That's basically the definition of a mom! So come on over to The Bluebird's Nest to enjoy refreshment, laughter, help, and hope!