Knowing what emotion we are experiencing and why we are experiencing it is not a given. As an adult, it can be easy to forget that. As a parent, we often run into sharp reminders of this with toddlers who can seem so unreasonable. A child’s tantrums or outbursts generally happen when they don’t manage […]
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Quick Good Parenting Skills Quiz To Keep You On Track
Being a parent can be hard work- it is so rewarding but sometimes very challenging! You worry about all the things you’re doing wrong and rarely notice the things you’re doing right. Developing good parenting skills isn’t hard and most of they time they come easily right from your heart. Loving your child and acting […]
How To Foster Independence In Children
Yes, like the Fourth of July we can break out the fireworks and celebrate independence when our child learns simple tasks. That in turn takes those tasks off our “to do” list! Often times we may miss this celebration because we fail to see that small growing pains now, mean bigger mommy free time rewards […]
Parenting Tips For Bringing Up Boys
I have always known that being a parent was a tremendous gift and responsibility. I have always wanted to do it right. When I experienced the miracle of childbirth for myself, my commitment to being the best parent I could be was made even stronger. I am fortunate to have both a girl and a […]
How to Raise Responsible Kids
As children grow older it becomes more and more important that they become responsible, independent, and confident in themselves. We all want responsible children, the trick is how to raise responsible kids! Kids need a little guidance and a little follow through but raising responsible children is very doable. Today, I am happy to have […]
Toxic Stress: Symptoms And Resources for Healing
Maybe you have heard of toxic stress and you are looking for toxic stress definition to see what exactly someone was referring to. Or maybe you know someone who was diagnosed with toxic stress syndrome. This type of overwhelming stress maybe due to a severe episode (for example, abuse). Or it may be due to […]
How To Deal With Mood Swings
If you have a tween or a teen, you have probably noticed some moody behavior. Mood swings in children get more common during puberty. I am happy to have an expert today share more about moodiness. Her tips may be just what you need for identifying causes of moodiness and ideas on how to deal […]