Welcome to PapZen, your go-to parenting blog where honesty meets helpful insights. I am Noah Sawyer, a dedicated dad passionate about sharing authentic parenting experiences that resonate with families. Whether you are seeking practical tips on child-rearing, effective discipline strategies, or engaging activities for kids, this blog is designed to provide candid, straightforward advice how to navigate the wonderful yet challenging journey of parenting. Join us as we empower each other in creating a nurturing environment for our children to thrive and grow.
19 December 2024
From Building Blocks to Masterpieces: The Role of Toys in Creative Development
If you think back to your childhood, you might remember spending hours with a favorite toy, turning simple objects into entire worlds. Whether it was a stack of colorful blocks, a box of crayons,...
16 December 2024
How to Select the Best Crib Mattress for Baby's Safe Sleep
As a parent, there`s nothing more important than ensuring your baby has a safe, comfortable, and restful sleep, right? One of the most significant decisions you’ll make when setting up your baby�...
13 December 2024
Raising Boys to Appreciate Emotional Vulnerability
When you think about raising boys, what comes to mind? Maybe it`s teaching them to be strong, independent, and tough. But, there`s another important part of raising boys that sometimes flies under...
10 December 2024
Bringing Back Sunday Dinners: A Recipe for Family Togetherness
When was the last time everyone in your house sat down together for a meal without the distractions of buzzing phones, laptops, or the endless demands of daily life? It`s no secret that families...
7 December 2024
YouTube Channels for Kids That Teach While They Entertain
In today`s tech-savvy world, YouTube has become a go-to platform for kids (and parents) looking for entertainment that also offers a bit of education on the side. And let’s face it, screens have...
4 December 2024
The Hidden Grief of Realizing Parenting Doesn't Look Like You Imagined
Parenting is one of those life experiences that we feel we’ve been preparing for since childhood. From playing house with dolls to making mental notes while watching our parents raise us — we...
1 December 2024
The Power of Routine: Creating Stability for Children with Developmental Disorders
As parents, we`re all a little obsessed with the idea of routine. Let’s face it — routines help keep the house from turning into absolute chaos. But for children with developmental disorders,...
28 November 2024
Finding Time for Yourself While Raising Kids on Your Own
Raising kids on your own is no small feat. Whether you`re a single parent by choice, circumstance, or life just took an unexpected turn, it can be overwhelming. Between school runs, meal preps,...
25 November 2024
Baby Wearing: Safe Practices for Carrying Your Newborn
Bringing your newborn baby home is a whirlwind of joy, sleepless nights, and above all - learning to juggle life in a completely new way. It can be overwhelming, right? I mean, suddenly, you...