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As a first time school mom I’m wondering if there is anything that I should know or be aware of? Like, tips for time management. Or how to tell if the teacher will be good for my kid, if there’s anything I can do about it? How do I know if someone is bullying my kid or if my kid is the bully? How to get my kids prepare mentally and emotionally for school?
Should I make mom friends with my kid’s friend’s mom? What if I don’t like them, the kid or the mom…( be honest it happens LOL)
Makes another question, what if I like the mom but not the kids or visa versa??
What have you learned or experienced since your kid has started school?
I felt completely overwhelmed honestly with my daughter and I’m having that same feeling with my son entering Prek.
I say go in with a positive heart and mind about school. Build a repour with the teacher early on. You will instantly be able to tell
if a teacher is genuine about her work. If you have questions don’t be afraid to ask and if you have advice on your child you feel the teacher should know then definitely express them.
If you know your child then you will notice if their behavior changes as a result of bullying. And if your child is the bully(mine was) then your teacher will let you know asap! With my experience, I had to have meetings with the principle and teacher along with my child. It happened only once but it wasn’t the best feeling in the world!
School is going to be exciting for you and your little one! Try your best to stay on top of things with your kid’s teacher and reassure your child that school will be a brand new fun adventure!
My last little tip: PREP EVERYTHING THE NIGHT BEFORE! Trying to rush extra slow and sleepy preschoolers isn’t fun at all lol.
Thank you for the tips! I never really thought about how overwhelming and kind of life changing it can be until I think about all the things that go with school like the teachers, other kids, making sure your kid is nice all the school activities etc. I’m excited and nervous. He starts next week and I’m starting to get the guilty mom feeling that I should have done more with him when he was home with me. But I just need to make sure on his breaks make the best of them.
I’d say that, whatever you do, just don’t take it too seriously. School is really important, of course, but I’ve noticed that some parents are wound so tightly that they critique every little thing the school/teacher does, fuss over every mistake their kids’ classmates make, etc. That’s a sure fire way to ruin the whole experience.
Thank you. I will really try not to. I know most teachers know what they are doing and have the best interest in mind for every kid. Teaching can not be an easy job! These are my kids and some times I want to pull my hair out; but dealing with someone else kid… they are REALLY underpaid!
This is an exciting and sometimes overwhelming milestone for both you and your child, my best advice is to “ride the wave”. You’ll find that you’ll try and prep all day and night like Batmom but life has a funny way of throwing curve balls at us. Start off with a basic idea of your evening routines (include in homework, bath, winding down, etc) but don’t be discouraged if you find that in a few weeks you need to switch things up as you both become more accustomed to the school year routine.
As for friends I say reach out! Don’t be shy. Even if you’re not particularly fond of the child, in the end, you won’t have to play with him haha. Send the kiddo’s off to the playroom to play or meet at a park and enjoy the other mom’s company.
You both got this and good luck!
Thank you for the tips! Yes, the routine thing I think I will struggle with, hopefully not too much. I had my twins 9 months ago and I’m still trying to get a routine down lol. I struggle with adjusting to new routines but I will get it down.
I’m in the same boat! Sending my two and three year old to preschool soon, excited and nervous!
Seriously! So many mixed feeling excited for the next milestone but scared nervous, and sad at the same time. My son starts next week and I’m starting to get the mom guilt- that I could have done more with him while he was home. I could have taken him to more places and done more activities. I just need to know that I get the chance during his breaks and I can make the best of those times.