Betty Bolestiers

Betty Bolestiers is a dedicated family practice physician and the creative mind behind FPMomHacks.com, a platform where she shares her expertise and insights on balancing a demanding medical career with the joys and challenges of motherhood. With over a decade of experience in family medicine, Betty is passionate about providing holistic and compassionate care to her patients while also empowering fellow mothers in the healthcare field. Her blog is a testament to her commitment to helping others navigate the complexities of parenting and professional life, offering practical tips and personal anecdotes that resonate with a wide audience. Betty's unique perspective as a physician and mother enables her to connect with her audience in meaningful ways, making her a trusted voice in both health and lifestyle topics. When she's not writing or attending to her patients, Betty enjoys spending quality time with her family and advocating for work-life balance in the medical community.

weekly planner for moms

How to Create a Weekly Planner That Actually Works for Moms

Start with Your Non Negotiables Before you start adding color coded goals and Pinterest worthy plans to your week, stop and look at what’s already on your plate. Block off the non negotiables first: school drop offs and pick ups, work hours, mealtimes, bedtime routines. These aren’t optional, and trying to build a planner without […]

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kid-friendly breakfast recipes

Easy Breakfast Recipes to Kickstart Your Child’s Day

Why Getting Breakfast Right in 2026 Matters There’s no shortcut around it what kids eat in the morning fuels everything that comes after. A balanced breakfast doesn’t just fill their stomachs; it primes their brains. Studies continue to show direct links between a solid morning meal and better attention, memory, and test scores. Skipping breakfast,

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mealtime tips for picky eaters

How to Make Mealtime Fun and Nutritious for Picky Eaters

Meet Them Where They Are Picky eating isn’t just about being difficult it’s often rooted in how children experience the world. Understanding their behavior is the first step to building better mealtime habits. Why Kids Refuse Certain Foods Many picky eating habits develop from a child’s natural desire for control, sensory sensitivity, or dependence on

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child listening tips

Top Tricks for Getting Your Child to Listen Without Yelling

Start with Connection, Not Commands Before barking out directions, step into their world. That means literally kneeling down to their height, softening your body language, and letting your face match your tone. Call them by name. Make eye contact. Then pause. That tiny beat before you speak gives your child time to orient and feel

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