Category Archives: Parenting

K is for Kinky: What’s the Kinkiest Room in the House?

Posted on April 12, 2013 by

We haven’t gotten our laugh on for at least three days here at More Cowbell! It’s like a new record. Today, we’re talking about SEX. (Are y’all awake now?) And we’re not just having this discussion because Hubby and I have … Continue reading →

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Why Do The Simplest Skills Take the Longest to Learn?

Posted on March 28, 2013 by

Welcome to Thoughty Thursday here at More Cowbell! Thanks to my toddler, I’ve got learning on my mind. Baby Girl is potty training. And by that, I mean she’s been showing interest in the potty: sitting on it, making us … Continue reading →

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15 Ways To Rock Your Sister’s World

Posted on March 4, 2013 by

Although Sister Appreciation Day falls on August 4th this year, I got my present five months early. Yesterday, my baby sis posted this on Facebook. Things my sister Jenny Hansen taught me: How to savor good coffee How to put … Continue reading →

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The 4 Basic Human Needs: Are You Hitting All Of Them?

Posted on December 13, 2012 by

Welcome to Thoughty Thursday here at More Cowbell! This is the day of the week when y’all get to be privy to whatever thoughts are kicking around in my brain. Today I’m thinking about sex and good health. According to … Continue reading →

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1000 Words of Joy in One Tiny Picture

Posted on November 16, 2012 by

Okay, I’ll admit it…I’m biased about this photo. It was taken when I was not around and, every time I look at it, I can’t stop smiling. Even though it’s a bit grainy, the pure joy in this picture made it difficult … Continue reading →

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The Scoop on Croup – Facts and Remedies

Posted on November 6, 2012 by

Techie Tuesday today is about the latest in medical news from the Hansen House. We’re keeping the doctors at the local ER hopping these days! Baby Girl went to the ER Sunday night with what turned out to be croup. … Continue reading →

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A Conversation About When Baby Girls Become Teenage Girls

Posted on September 8, 2012 by

Welcome to a Saturday parenting post here at More Cowbell! All of you who hang out here know that Baby Girl is in the Terrible Two’s and some days I just want to run away. However, I can always count … Continue reading →

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8 Parenting Tips from Janet Fitch (Author of White Oleander)

Posted on August 11, 2012 by

For those of you who don’t know who Janet Fitch is, she wrote White Oleander (which was made into a movie starring many actresses you know) and Paint It Black. I’ve also seen Ms. Fitch speak at the L.A. Times Festival of … Continue reading →

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Who Cares for the Caregivers?

Posted on August 9, 2012 by

Is rest a distant dream for you? Photo credit: ecooper99 ~ WANA Commons Welcome to Thoughty Thursday! This is the day of the week that y’all get to be privy to whatever thoughts are kicking around in my brain. Today, … Continue reading →

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If Hurling Were An Olympic Sport, My Baby Would Win Gold

Posted on August 4, 2012 by

As the title indicates, it’s been a messy week at Chez Hansen. I know…Ewwwww!! But for a parent whose baby hardly even spit up, this week has felt like serious stuff. I had to go digging for facts about infant and toddler vomiting. … Continue reading →

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