Hot Takes from 4-year-olds: They said what?

I know there are a lot of heated arguments and opinions flying about and you're tired of all the think-pieces and what else can anybody add to the mix?   We've got a real controversial opinion floating around our home lately. You may be shocked to hear what they say, but just listen all the way …

Pacifier Addiction: Letting Go of the Paci with the Help of a Pink Build-a-Bear

Our kids just turned four (not sure if you heard). From early on, our girl favored a pacifier (paci), while our boy favored his lovey (Dida). I never really gave a rip what they used while they slept, as long as they weren't harmful or impacting their health and growth.  All was fine according to dentists …

How Do You Make Two Babies? Love, Hope, and Science Worked 4 Years Ago

It was harmless enough. The babes (not yet four years old) and I were driving back from Woodfield Mall 3 days before Christmas (yes, I lost my damn mind), and as we made the 40 minute drive I was pummeled by relentless questioning starting with: "How do you make two babies?" "Well when two people …