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The Best Gifts
Make shopping a breeze with these gift lists for men, women, teens, and children!
Must-Read Books
The best books for all ages, including captivating audiobooks and podcasts.
Top Movies for Families
Over 100 movies that will bring everyone together for movie night.
GIFTS
The Best Stocking Stuffers for Boys: Toddlers-Teens
When it comes to stocking stuffers, moms of girls have it pretty easy...nail polish, lipstick, jewelry... but finding something small and useful for a boy is always a particular challenge. I hate just buying candy or dollar store items that fall apart, so here is a...
The Best Gifts for Teen Boys
The older boys get, the harder they seem to buy for, but have no fear, you are guaranteed to find something amazing for your growing boys on this list. From electronics to the outdoors to cool clothing you can count on, I am here to simplify your life this Christmas....
The Best Gifts and Stocking Stuffers for Men
Here we are again, trying to find something meaningful, fun and well loved for the men in our lives! Below you will find some great ideas that work for every kind of man! Do you have something awesome I missed? Add it in the comments to make all our gifting a little...
The All Time Best Screen Free Gifts for Boys!
It was high time I put all our tried and true and very best screen-free gifts for boys all in one place! These are items we have loved and used for years and years, or new items we have discovered and can't wait to tell you about. There are ideas for every age, from...
The Best Gifts and Stocking Stuffers for Women
It is always so much fun to share great ideas to gift to the women in your life! These are organized by price point to help you stay on budget this season! So many awesome stocking stuffer ideas too! Grab something for yourself and put it under the tree! ALL ITEMS ARE...
The Best Gifts for Teen Girls
Well, you guys begged for a teen girl guide, and since I don't have any experience with girls, I reached out to our fabulous community and you guys totally came through. There is something for every type of teen girl on this list and great ideas at every price point!...
movies
The Best Family Movies of All Time
The Best Family Movies of All Time Well, we have been watching significantly more movies lately than ever before, and it has been so much fun sharing old favorites and new releases with our kids. So, I thought I would keep track of all the titles that have kept our...
The Best Family Sports Movies
With 4 boys, most of our favorite family movies revolve around sports. We love them all...the tear jerkers, the intense competition, the underdog triumphs, the social justice messages, the cheesy kid winners, the teamwork hype. We'll take them all. Here our favorites...
Books
The Best Book for Everyone in Your Home
I love finishing up our Christmas gifts with a great book, so I thought I would make it easy on you to do the same. It was a challenge, but I narrowed our favorites to 5 or 6 books that I think you, your husband, and kids will all love! at any stage Board Books Dear...
100 Clean Books Still Worth Reading
100 Clean Books Still Worth Reading Sometimes it is difficult finding a good, clean read that still has an interesting, adult plot and keeps you engaged for hundreds of pages. Here are a few of my all time, well-written favorites that I don't hesitate recommending to...
The Best Podcasts for Teens
The Best Teen Podcasts Science Becoming Mother Nature Can a 12-year-old learn to balance the entire world’s ecosystem while just trying to fit in at her new school? Only Mother Nature knows. Brains On! Science Podcast An award-winning science podcast for...
teens
Modern Manners for Today’s Teens: Introduce Yourself
Modern Manners for Today's Teens: Introduce Yourself There are few things harder than being new or in a place where you don't know anyone. The ability to introduce yourself to strangers with confidence is something that will affect your life in a positive way for...
Back to School Clothes for Teen Boys
Dressing teen boys is HARD. If they don't have a specific style, it can be a bit complicated to find one for them since moms rarely know what is "cool." I have found that unless they are super into fashion, a few good basic items...
College Student Essentials
It is such an exciting time as students begin college, many of them for their first year! Here are some items they won't want to leave home without. Under $10 Sewing Kit The kit contains all the necessary tools that are required for performing basic repairs. ($7) Mesh...
Get Your Freebie
75 WOULD YOU RATHER QUESTIONS
Looking for an easy way to connect with your teen? These “Would You Rather” questions will help you break the ice quickly and get you laughing and chatting in no time!
parenting
Modern Manners for Today’s Teens: Introduce Yourself
Modern Manners for Today's Teens: Introduce Yourself There are few things harder than being new or in a place where you don't know anyone. The ability to introduce yourself to strangers with confidence is something that will affect your life in a positive way for...
100+ Ways to Fight I’m Bored this Summer
This is the list I used for years when my kids were younger! There are 105 options above, but even more on the list below...with links to resources and help! I call it the, "I'm Bored" list. If they are ever feeling bored or like the only option is TV or an XBOX, they...
What Your Perfectionist Kid Needs To Hear
There are so many pressures during the teenage years, and it is so easy for our kids to feel discouraged. Having parents who let them know that it is okay to not be perfect is essential to help them feel loved and free to be the person they were meant to be. I wanted...
practical tips
How To Clean White Baseball Pants
How To Clean White Baseball Pants In my perfect world, baseball pants would only be sold in 3 colors...black, dark grey, and navy blue. However, someone who obviously is not in charge of laundry decided long ago that the ideal color for a uniform whose main purpose is...
Modern Manners for Today’s Teens: Introduce Yourself
Modern Manners for Today's Teens: Introduce Yourself There are few things harder than being new or in a place where you don't know anyone. The ability to introduce yourself to strangers with confidence is something that will affect your life in a positive way for...
12 Ways to Protect Your Peace
Last March I was in deep. Overwhelmed and oversaturated with information, opinions, feelings, and obligations. I was struggling. Usually I love to feel & fix & share, but it was all too much. Our family escaped for a week & I resolved to put my phone away....
Hello! I'm Brooke Romney!
I help moms of teens and tweens create meaningful, healthy, and enjoyable relationships with their children through practical application, education, and community. This creates families that feel confident and connected.
relationships
God Loves Variety
One of my favorite pieces of advice recently was to be gentle with ourselves and gentle with each other. We are all so different. One woman feels change is happening too fast while another is sure it is not fast enough. One is giving her all to a cause she believes in...
You Are Never Too Old to Feel Alone
A while back I was invited to a fabulous party with delicious food and lovely company. I looked forward to an afternoon of meeting new people and reconnecting with old friends. I have taught myself to be a pretty outgoing person, even though it has not always come...
Everyone Needs A Motherhood Mentor
My best #momhack ? Find a motherhood (or fatherhood) mentor. Every successful career is peppered with mentors, people one step ahead who give hope, perspective, goals, and a dose of reality when necessary. There are so many women who have molded and loved me on this...
printables
Summer Ideas for Bored Teens
Summer with teens can be incredibly great and also incredibly hard. As they get older, there isn't as much neighborhood or sibling play and they may not be quite old enough for a job, but 12 hours of Netflix is usually not any parent's ideal plan. We have tried lots...
Yearly Spotlight Quiz
I love doing this yearly quiz with my boys on Mother's Day! It gives us awesome one on one time and lets me keep a little history about each child. It is so much fun to look back on their answers and see how things have changed and how they stay the same. I...
12 Questions Your Teen Can ask to Self Evaluate School Effort
Grades and school effort can get a little tricky as kids move into the teen years. It can be even harder when different kids have different strengths and school comes more easily to some than others. But these questions aren't about grades but about effort and taking...
Brooke's Writing
I like me anyway
I Like Me Anyway: Embracing Imperfection, Connection, and Christ is a must read for any woman who has ever felt uncertain of her own worth, path or importance. This engaging, relatable book will fill you with confidence and purpose in your own unique story and give you the motivation and tools to become the woman you were always meant to be.
52 modern manners for teens
I created the book I always wanted for my own teens! They needed something clear, concise and tangible that could teach them how to have more confidence and how to create successful relationships. This book has blessed over 60,000 homes and is a must for every family’s library! Be sure to check out both volume 1 and volume 2.
holidays
The Best Easter Basket Ideas for Teen Boys
The Best Easter Basket Ideas For Teen Boys I go back and forth on Easter baskets. Sometimes we do something fun in there, and other times it is mostly just candy! If I do purchase anything, I like it to be useful, and it is kind of fun to surprise them with a few...
The Best Easter Basket Ideas for Teen Girls
The Best Easter Basket Ideas for Teen Girls I rarely do girl's lists over here, but so many have been asking for unique Easter basket ideas for teen girls that I thought I would give it a try. So, we are testing the water with a few fun ideas! Now, I never go all out...
The Candy Bar Game
If you are looking for a fun group game that everyone loves, the candy bar game is the perfect thing for you! It's a great replacement for a white elephant gift exchange or one where only cheap gifts are a possibility. It's also awesome for an especially large group...
lifestyle
How To Clean White Baseball Pants
How To Clean White Baseball Pants In my perfect world, baseball pants would only be sold in 3 colors...black, dark grey, and navy blue. However, someone who obviously is not in charge of laundry decided long ago that the ideal color for a uniform whose main purpose is...
3 Ingredient, 5 Minute Tomato Basil Soup
I have a new recipe that will save you on those crazy dinner nights, and I know your whole family will LOVE it! It is creamy and comforting and works for even the pickiest eaters. It tastes great as a leftover and is even better with all the mix ins but can...
Laundry Hacks: How I Get My Whites to Stay White
I would never claim to be a stellar housekeeper. I do all right, but I find very little joy in cleaning, organizing or doing laundry. So, when I find a tip that changes the game and makes my life easier I jump on it and share it. A few months ago I asked my readers...
COACHING & SERVICES
PARENTING COACH
Brooke facillitates change and gets you unstuck by focusing on connection. She teaches you how to have both boundries and relationships with your kids in a really practical and doable way. She believes in grace on all sides and knows that every parent is capable of creating an imperfect relationship they are really proud of.
COLLABORATE WITH BROOKE
Brooke loves to collaborate with individuals and brands she believes will enrich the lives of the people who trust her. She is highly selective when it comes to collaborations, but if values align, she is always open to the possibility of a great partnership.
Parenting tips + connection
Empowering a community of women and teens to have courage, connect often, and celebrate how far they've come.