We all know it is important to talk to your kids about drugs. The question is when to start talking to them and what to say. The answer is probably sooner than you would think and that is because peer pressure starts earlier than you think. This post is sponsored by First Check Family but […]
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Is Life Today Easier For Children Than It Was In The Past?
Ever think about how much the world has changed just in the last 50 years? It seems everything is changing in leaps and bounds. The world that our children are growing up in is quite different from the world we grew up in. Sometimes it seems like childhood today compared to the past is easier. […]
How To Recognize And Encourage Kids Strengths
My nine year old son is at math camp this week. Yep, math camp. It wasn’t exactly the destination that he was hoping for but it is turning out great all the same. A surprise to me since he struggled a little early in his school career with math and a surprise to him because […]
How To Raise A Child With Healthy Beliefs
Around the time I was 17, I came across a book by Louise Hay that opened my mind up to just how powerful beliefs can be. Since that time, I have come to understand even more so that our thoughts shape our actions which determine lives in many ways. That is why I am so happy to […]
Mindful Parenting Book: The Present Mother Excerpt
Have you heard about mindful parenting? It is a movement centered around being more calm, present and peaceful with your children and yourself so that you can know how to best parent them. Well, there is a new mindful parenting book out called The Present Mother by Catherine Weiss and it is making a splash. […]
3 Quick Mindfulness Exercises To Improve Your Morning
This society we live in so fast paced! It can be a real challenge just to be in the moment. Well, today I have Rachael Todd, who has a certificate in positive psychology and health coaching to share with us some daily mindfulness exercises and great tips for being more present in our lives.Utilizing her […]
Teaching Executive Functioning Skills By Age
As a parent or educator, understanding executive functioning skills is key to supporting children’s growth and development. This comprehensive guide provides valuable insights, practical advice, and effective strategies to foster essential executive functioning skills by age. Empower yourself with the knowledge needed to help children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. This eye-opening blog post reveals […]