My greatest passion is teaching parents how to raise their children in a loving home. Here is how positive parenting can make all the difference. What is Positive Parenting? Positive parenting marks a really important […]
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One of the most powerful things we can do as parents is to simply hold space for our children. In tense situations, holding space for calm allows children to regulate more quickly, slow their heart
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Lots of kiddos struggle with listening. But have you ever considered that there are things you might be doing as a parent that hinder them listening to you? Here are five reasons that might shed
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Oh how we would all love it if our kids naturally took good care of their things. But as usual, this is a skill that children need to learn. Teaching children to respect and care
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We all know that kids getting mad is a normal part of growing up. But knowing how to handle those moments can be tough. Anger is a big feeling, and kids often don’t know what
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My daughter Lucy is graduating from high school today! She is my second child to head off to college. I’ve felt so many emotions this week, but mostly gratitude. Looking back on her childhood, I
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In a world filled with screens, sometimes we forget that learning power of a simple card game. Yet, these games offer some pretty awesome lessons for children. From fostering social skills to enhancing cognitive abilities,
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I’m sure you’ve seen this scenario play out a hundred times: a child misbehaves or hurts someone, and their parent (or you!) marches over and demands that they apologize to that person. While it may
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Resilience is a vital trait that can empower children to navigate life’s challenges with confidence and adaptability. As parents, nurturing resilience in our children is key to their overall well-being and success. Here are four
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One of the most common questions I get from parents is: “What do I do when my kids don’t listen?” Whether it’s ignoring instructions or tuning out completely, dealing with unresponsive kids can feel exasperating.
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