Break ups are always hard and when you have children it is likely an even more challenging time. Figuring out if it is possible to co parent with your ex and how to co parent in a positive way may seem insurmountable. Here some co-parenting guidelines to keep in mind as you work through a […]
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Difference Between Discipline And Punishment
Being a parent can sometimes be a little trickier than you expected, especially if you discover that you and your partner have different types of parenting styles! Discipline in particular can be a sticky point. Can there be discipline without punishment? What is the definition of punishment anyway? In the role of parenting, it is […]
How To Get Toddler To Eat Vegetables And Fruits
Everyone wants their children to be healthy and eating a variety of fruits and vegetables is an important element of supporting their health. However, many parents find that they have picky eaters and they just don’t know how to go about getting toddlers to eat vegetables. Well, today I have partnered with Beth Dunlap, a […]
What You Should Know About Postpartum Boredom
You may have heard about postpartum depression from a friend or a friend of a friend. It may be a vague concept in your mind that you simplify to depression after childbirth. It is actually a severe form of clinical depression. Web MD says, “If you have it, you might feel sad, hopeless, and guilty […]
How To Create A More Mindful Kids After School Routine
Having an after school routine that you and your kids is enjoy is a really big deal. After all, it happens 5 days a week and you need to have a routine that fits your family. Mindful Parenting is all about taking a purposeful approach that includes you and your children being more present in […]
Parenting Together: How To Collaborate With Your Spouse
When my kids were little, I found that my husband and I often disagreed on parenting styles. Not surprisingly, it had a negative impact on our marriage at that time. We both had our own ideas on what was the right way to parent. However, we didn’t do a good enough job communicating constructively. This […]
How To Encourage Kids To Read This Summer!
Let’s face it, reading opens the door to adventures and learning. Taking the time to read to children is not only a great bonding experience that you can both enjoy together, it is also a great way to inspire your child to love reading. I have a rule. Whenever, my son asks me to read […]