Waxhaw MOPS

MOPS 2011-2012 MOMSense Theme

MomSense: Bold • Loving • Sensible – equips moms to embrace their mothering instincts and develop their own parenting style while navigating through the myriad of daily mom decisions. Most women wonder:

How do I decide what to do when I really don’t know what to do?

Should I trust my intuition?

With so much available information, how do I discern what’s best?

What are the most important family values?

Developing a mothering strategy is somewhat like playing a game — and this year’s theme is appropriately game related. Have fun being a mom! Playing games involves being bold and taking risks, loving those in the game with us and being sensible while figuring out what works and what doesn’t.

Just as in real-life, sometimes in games, unexpected, “chance” events occur, abruptly changing our paths. We must regroup and determine our next steps. Sometimes we follow the instructions of “experts.” Sometimes we follow the advice of trusted friends. Sometimes we decide our “house rules” work best for our family. Teaming together with other moms is a great strategy. Relying on a spouse or mentor can help us play more effectively. And, most of all, developing a strong God-Sense is essential for mothering. Growing as a mom through the analogy of game playing assures every mom gains confidence in her abilities as a mom.

Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Hey Moms. I am really wanting to get my kids more involved in helping out around the house. I know what chores I want them to do but I am not sure of how to keep track of it or what kind of "reward" or "allowance" system I want to use. If you are doing this at home and you found something that works for you could you please share it with me. Thanks for your help.
-Melissa Jenkins

1 comment:

Dano and Melinda said...: Melissa,
Check out http://www.handipoints.com/
My kids love it. It started out free, but now you have the free version or the version that costs money. (unless it has changed again)

I don't use it like I should, but I think it would work great if someone followed through on it!

Another idea, is to let them earn tickets (like the kind you get for a drawing or you can make some up). Tickets can be worth TV time or computer time or whatever motivates your kids.

Good luck! I have found the MOST essential factor in getting your kids to do chores is YOUR follow through with the rewards and/or punishment! =0) ...this is my weakness... =0(; June 9, 2009 at 2:59 PM