You enter your bedroom after a long day with heavy shoulders and tired eyes. You trade in heavy chains for pajamas, tuck the littles in bed, then melt into a mattress of your own. Moments before slipping into a slumber,… read more
Kids
Why are Kids Competitive?
Competitive children can turn everything from brushing their teeth to eating their vegetables into a contest? Competitive children want to win at whatever it is they’re doing, which can be a huge motivator. A study published in “World Conference on… read more
The Art of Saying Thank You
‘Tis the season of giving thanks for blessings big and small. What better time to instill the practice of gratitude with your kids? The art of writing thank you notes is teetering on the brink of extinction but this small… read more
Is it Wrong to Cry in Front of Kids?
Many parents feel that shielding their children from tough life scenarios is a cardinal responsibility of parenting. They keep their children from learning about difficult situations or hide their own emotions as a way to provide a sense of peace and security.… read more
Do You Let Your Kiddos Pick Out Their Own Clothes?
It’s time to walk out the door and your child refuses to take off the pirate costume (or striped shirt with plaid skirt), mismatched shoes and miscellaneous accessories. In a sigh of frustration, you ask your child to change clothes… read more
Help Me Help You: Teaching Your Children to Self-Advocate
We are all unique in one way or another, from our preferences and dislikes to allergies and other medical conditions. As adults, we do not think twice to ask for non-fat milk in our coffee. We learn to speak up… read more
How Do You Deal With The ‘Give Me’ Holiday Requests?
It is easy to say that we won’t get caught up in the craziness of the holidays and give in to the classic "I want" and “give me” holiday requests. Then, before we know it, that time of year is… read more
6 STEM/STEAM Toys to Spark Your Kiddo’s Curiosity!
The inquisitive minds of children are a magical thing. They ask questions and lots of them. Like, “what are clouds made of?” and “how is silly string, well, really silly?” Their minds are sponges at this age and what better… read more
Find Out How Bribing Your Kids Can Cause Issues
If you’re a parent, chances are good that you have bribed your kids at one point or another. Bribing your kids is often a reactive response to a situation that has escalated beyond your comfort zone. This may be in… read more
Help Your Kiddos Stay Connected While Social Distancing
Even though kiddos are back in school, whether bring and mortar or virtual, their daily schedules are still very different than before. Maybe they haven't been able to see their best friends, teammates or grandparents for months on end? Help… read more
