Erica Douglas
Erica is the mother of four energetic, curious and oh-so-loveable children. She and her husband, Tony love sports and a friendly competition, especially if the Cyclones win. Before staying home with her babies, Erica taught fourth grade. Currently, Erica coaches for the Waukee High School girl's track team, and is the author of the blog PreachTeach.
My 3 Healthy Choices for 2016 (You can make them, too!)
I've been in a rut. Like, all of 2015. Same sweatpants. Same ponytail. Same daily goals (i.e. brushing teeth and taking a hot shower).
Granted, a lot of this has to do with the baby...
8 Original Baby Shower Games + Free Printable
So your BFF is having a baby? Congratulations! But now, let's get down to business. You have a major responsibility as BFF, and that is to throw one amazing baby shower.
You've established a theme, planned the...
My Journey to Survive an Unhappy Baby
Meet Sean. He is my fourth (and final) baby. He is so adorable, right?!
He is nine months old now. He laughs a lot. Smiles a lot. Sleeps a lot when he feels like it....
When Grandpa Is in Heaven: How to Celebrate Those We’ve Lost
This post is part 1 of 4 in the series Grandparents: Celebrating a Legacy of Love.
This week will be the third year we celebrate my dad's birthday without him. Papa's Heavenly Birthday, we call...
Favorite Books for (Reluctant) Early and Young Readers
Last month I shared tips on how I help my reluctant readers. One of my suggestions was to pick books, characters, or authors they love. I know that is easier said than done, so I have...
I See You: A Letter to My Child’s Teacher
This post is part 5 of 5 in the Back-to-School 2015 series.
To My Child's Teacher,
I see you. Smiling. Laughing. Clutching your coffee.
I see your desk piled with papers. I see your bag filled with books.
I see...
How to Help Your Reluctant Reader
Boys tend to be more reluctant readers than girls. My oldest son is going into second grade. He is a good reader, but he'd rather do something other than read.
As a teacher, I know...
Help! We Are Too Plugged In!
I’m going to be brutally honest and admit that I have a problem. My family has a problem. We are addicted to the TV. Actually, we're addicted to TV, our phones, the iPads, and...
Is My Son Ready for Soccer?
As the daughter of a collegiate coach, I owned a basketball before I knew who Barbie was. Athletic events were considered family vacations. Being smart was knowing the difference between the World Series and the...
3 Reasons Why I Got an Epidural
What is it about a mom and a newborn that invites the onslaught of interrogation? The,
How much did he weigh?
Is he sleeping?
Is he a good baby?
Whose nose does he have?
How's he eating?
Then there's my...