Annie Joy Blog Posts

How to Teach our Kids about Autism

April 2, 2024

When I was a little girl, I dreamed of being a mother. I grew up with 5 siblings and figured I’d have at least 6 kids someday. So after my first divorce where I experienced two miscarriages, I was pretty devastated that my dream hadn’t come true yet. 3 years later, I married again and … Read more

How to talk to your daughter after a hard day at school

March 12, 2024

Your daughter comes home and she has some BIG feelings. What does that look like? It could look like her getting snappy and short with you, or crying, or retreating to her room and demanding no one talk to her.  If you get reactive when your daughter comes at you like that, I hear you! … Read more

Teaching Family Responsibilities

December 31, 2023

It’s no surprise that having our kids contribute to the household responsibilities helps them understand hard work, learn life skills, and figure out what it takes to run a household. But did you know that it can be a way to increase connection in your home? I created a free family responsibilities list and chart … Read more