Are you in the middle of the toddler terrible twos? Is "NO!" the new battle cry of your darling child? We feel for you! All that stubbornness can be SUPER frustrating. And while it might be difficult to do when you're in the middle of a power struggle, try not to view “no” as defiance. Instead, think of it as a natural part of your child.... Read More
We all long for those sweet moments with our children where we feel like our hearts will just burst with love. That feeling is connection, and its essential to adults and kids alike. Connection is also what allows kids to feel safe and secure enough to explore and develop. It’s the reason kids willingly follow our instructions. Children who fe.... Read More
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Did you know there are 4 types of parenting styles? And whichever style you use can affect EVERYTHING; from how well your child does in school, to their self-esteem and decision making ability. If you want to raise kids that grow into healthy well-balanced adults, it’s important to be aware of each the various parenting styles, and to know which.... Read More
I was sitting with a group of friends recently when the topic of favorite childhood memories came up. Since most of my friends have kids of their own now, the things we remember take on a new significance. As we shared favorite childhood stories, a few common themes started to emerge. First, it wasn’t the big fancy stuff that gave us the wa.... Read More