10 Outdoor Summer Activities to Have Fun and Create Memories with Your Kids
10 Outdoor Summer Activities to Have Fun and Create Memories with Your Kids

Ahhh.. the summer months. They start out with such promise. So many things to do, activities to plan, days to enjoy with the kids. After all, we only have 18 or so summers with our kids, so we have to make the days count, right?

Then…. You flip the calendar to July and you find the summer doldrums. It’s hot. It’s humid. It’s hard to come up with new ideas of ways to entertain your kids. Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered!

Check our Top 10 list of outdoor activities to enjoy with your kids. Most of these activities are free, and they all come with many opportunities for your kids to use their imaginations and burn off some energy. These ideas also provide great opportunities for you to teach your kids about their world and all of God’s creation. Try them out – and then let us know your favorite activities that we may have left off of our list.

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Who Am I? Remembering Your True Identity as You Adjust to a New Role as Mom
Who Am I? Remembering Your True Identity as You Adjust to a New Role as Mom

How do you introduce yourself? Daughter? Sister? Friend? Athlete? Musician? Student? Co-Worker? Girlfriend? Wife? There’s nothing wrong with any of these labels, and most of us are comfortable using many of these identifiers at the same time. But when we add “Mom” to that list, the waters get muddied. We’re excited to become moms… until we try to figure out what it means for us as individuals.

Working mom. Stay-at-home mom. Single mom. These labels somehow seem more intense. If I’m a working mom, how do I make time for my kids? If I’m a stay-at-home mom, will I miss being in an office and spending time with co-workers? If I’m a single mom, how do I figure out how to pull it all together? Especially when children are young, many moms wonder when they’ll have time to shower much less keep up with their “previous” lives. But as women, we often want to be all things to all people all the time. We stress ourselves out trying to have and do it all.

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The Scoop on Dealing with Your Baby's Poop: What Diaper Should You Use?
The Scoop on Dealing with Your Baby's Poop: What Diaper Should You Use?

If you’re a mom, you know how many diapers a baby can go through in a day. (And if you’re expecting, you’ll soon find out – it’s a lot!) You may be wondering if it’s worth it to trade the convenience of disposable diapers for a cheaper, and maybe more environmentally friendly, option of cloth diapers. If that’s you, then keep reading because we have the down and dirty comparisons to help you decide the best option for your family based on your lifestyle and budget.

When it comes to keeping your baby clean and dry, you have more options than you may think. Disposable diapers are convenient, but they can be expensive and harmful to the environment. Cloth diapers are less expensive, but the thought of having to clean them may put you in a firm NO category. But there are other options: hybrid cloth options, biodegradable disposable diapers, and even diaper services. Read on for the pros and cons of each.

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The Value of Friendship in Motherhood
The Value of Friendship in Motherhood

Why do we need friendship? Or better yet, why do we want friendship with others?

You’ll probably never meet someone who would say that has no desire for friends. Everyone wants to feel close to someone. Everyone wants to feel that she can rely on someone and enjoy life with them her.

As busy moms, it’s often difficult to think about investing a lot of time into friendships

because so much of our lives is wrapped up in our motherhood duties. While we need to take care of things at home, we were never meant to leave friendship in the dust. Many times, friendship grows sweeter as we become mothers because we learn to appreciate the intentionality of spending time with a good friend so much more.

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Postpartum Nutrition - What to Eat After Pregnancy and How to Maintain a Healthy Diet
Postpartum Nutrition - What to Eat After Pregnancy and How to Maintain a Healthy Diet

New moms are often unsure of what foods they should be eating after having a baby to ensure their bodies are getting all the needed nutrition they need.

It’s important for new moms to know how to eat well so their bodies can recover from pregnancy and so that they can keep up with their little ones!

Here’s a guide for postpartum nutrition that includes examples of foods to eat after pregnancy as well as nutrition facts for having a healthy, balanced diet.

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Growing in Marriage as a Christian Mother
Growing in Marriage as a Christian Mother

We’ve heard it said that after kids, marriage is never the same. This is entirely true; however, this does not mean that marriage becomes bleak once kids are in the picture.

Over time many couples, they begin to feel more like roommates than husband and wife, especially when their lives revolve around the kids.

As a mother, you devote an incredible amount of time to your kids, and rightly so because they need you. They rely on you as their caregiver. But too often women get so wrapped up in being moms that they forget they are wives as well.

Connecting with your husband and growing in your marriage is are not meant to stop after a baby comes; in fact, your relationship can deepen. But it takes some work. If you’re struggling to connect with your husband, we have some suggestions for how to refine and rejuvenate your marriage!

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What You Can Do If You’re Struggling With Postpartum Depression
What You Can Do If You’re Struggling With Postpartum Depression

Christian mothers are not immune to the threat of depression and anxiety. Many people might believe that Christian moms can’t struggle with these mental health attacks, but this is far from the truth.

Many mothers, even mothers of faith, struggle with depression, anxiety, and feelings of worthlessness, guilt, and disconnection from their babies and from those around them.

Maybe you’re in the midst of this type of struggle right now. Maybe you feel like your head is a mess and you’re struggling to find joy. Maybe you’re feeling disconnected, discouraged, or hopeless. If that’s you, we want you to know that you’re not alone in your struggles, and that there is comfort to be found even in this confusing season of life.

Today, we’re going to discuss some of the signs of postpartum depression and explore how mothers can take better care of their mental health.

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Potty Training Time Tips for Making Potty Training Easy
Potty Training Time Tips for Making Potty Training Easy

The thought of potty training can simultaneously strike joy and fear in a mom’s heart. The idea of getting rid of diapers is exciting, but the thought of potty training can be daunting. Potty training can be tough, and it can certainly test your patience. But you’ve got this! After all, how many school-age kids do you know who are still in diapers?

Many experts agree that you can’t rush potty training. Make sure you start the process when your child is ready, not when you are ready. And if you have a big change coming, such as the arrival of a new baby or a move, it may be worth waiting to start the training process until your child has had time to adjust to the changes. Above all, you need patience and consistency to get the job done.

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Teaching Your Child to Connect with God: Praying, Reading, and Cultivating a Relationship with the Heavenly Father
Teaching Your Child to Connect with God: Praying, Reading, and Cultivating a Relationship with the Heavenly Father

As a Christian mom, one of your most daunting responsibilities can be helping your young child understand who God is. Helping a child cultivate a relationship with someone he can't see might feel impossible at first. After all, many adults find this concept challenging. How do we begin to teach our kids about God when they are still young? How do we help them start to understand even as babies?

It is possible. One way your child will begin to learn is by watching you. Kids are observant—she'll pay attention to you; she'll listen and watch, but, most importantly, she will copy. What is mama doing? That's what she will do.

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4 Secrets to Help Your Baby Sleep Better
4 Secrets to Help Your Baby Sleep Better

In a previous blog post, we gave a few examples of how to help your baby sleep better, but, as this is such an important topic, we wanted to dedicate an entire post to all those moms struggling to get their little ones to sleep soundly.

We know that restless nights are common for many moms and babies but getting a good night’s sleep is essential for both you and your baby!

If you’re tired of your, and of your little one’s being tired, here are some secrets about baby sleep you might find helpful:

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Making the Transition to Solid Foods: how to know when your baby is ready and what foods you should consider offering first
Making the Transition to Solid Foods: how to know when your baby is ready and what foods you should consider offering first

One of the first big transitions your baby will make is the switch from breast or bottle feeding to eating solid food. This transition can be tricky business; it can be hard to know when to make the switch and which foods to start with. Here’s a quick guide on signs your baby may be ready for solids and foods to try when he is.

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Essentials All First-Time Moms Need in a Baby Bag
Essentials All First-Time Moms Need in a Baby Bag

Not sure what you need to bring in your diaper bag and what can be left behind? When you’re toting your little one along for a quick trip to the store, to lunch with a friend, or on a day outing, you might find yourself wanting to pack the whole house in your baby’s diaper bag or forgetting everything that you need. You either over-pack or never pack enough, right?

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Our 3 Tips for Moms with Newborns
Our 3 Tips for Moms with Newborns

Motherhood is a beautiful thing…right? We know that being a mom is not all butterflies and sunshine, and some days, you might be so exhausted that you nearly fall asleep sitting at the table. Taking care of a little one is tough. Moms are the heavyweight champions of the world.

The newborn stages are some of the most tiresome, and if you’re a first-time mommy with a newborn, you might be wondering if you’ll ever sleep again. Don’t worry—it won’t always be like that!

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Welcome to One by One Ministries
Welcome to One by One Ministries

To every new mother and mentor, we want to say: welcome! Whether you are a new mom, or a woman looking to mentor mothers as they walk through the ups and downs of motherhood, we want to welcome you to One by One Ministries!

Our desire is that this would be a place of hope, restoration, and home, where women find helpful advice and a faith-based community.

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