Threats & Bribes: Two Sides of The Same Coin
Understanding & Solutions To Sassy Bossy Back Talk
Why Smart Kids Worry: An Interview with Allison Edwards
I met Allison Edwards a few years ago in Vancouver, BC at a weekend workshop and we instantly connected because we shared a passion for supporting children and families. That same weekend Allison signed a contract to write her book Why Smart Kids Worry, I had the pleasure of interviewing Allison about her book and hope to help bring her out to Seattle, WA so that she can share her wisdom with our community of parents.
Helping Kids Navigate Playground Politics
Easing Back Into School
Melissa shares some great tips to help ease your child back into school on New Day Northwest. (Click on block below)
The Influence of Art on Child Development
Parent Fail: Why Judging Ourselves & Others Gets In The Way of Raising a Healthy Family
How to Use Empathy to Create Connection, Calm, and Greater Ease
I’m sure you have had moments when your child has sobbed and heaved as if Halloween, Christmas, and their birthday had been abolished, replaced by endless amounts of chores, tasks, and unwanted adult-related errands. With preschoolers, this is a very normal response to “ It is time for dinner. Can you put your crayons away?”
3 Tips to Raising Happy, Well Balanced Children
As parents, we often find ourselves overwhelmed with the belief that we must constantly provide our children with numerous activities and experiences. We fear that they might miss out on valuable opportunities if we don't ensure they have everything their peers do. However, raising happy, healthy, and well-rounded children goes beyond filling their schedules with clubs, lessons, and extracurricular activities.
Three Proven Childproof Parenting Tools to Inviting Cooperation
Gonna Make A Change: I'm Starting With the Mom In the Mirror…
Michael Jackson's concept of making change aptly applies to our approach to parenting; because if we as parents want to make a real change and make things right, we need to first look at the "Mom in The Mirror" (or dad- but that did not fit as well). Many parents believe that in order to change a child you need to focus on the child…
Parenting with Purpose: Fostering Confidence and Connection Through Hobbies
Getting Your Kids Interested In Sports
While not every child is going to be interested in sports, there’s a lot to be gained even if it only holds their attention for a little while. It’s a great opportunity for a parent to bond with their children, and a healthy activity you can do together! It’s important that you’re able to get your kids interested in physical activities, as it’s likely going to be their main source of exercise outside of school! Even if you’re not much of a sports enthusiast yourself, if you can find a way to make it a bonding activity; it might become much more enjoyable for you too!
Top Tips For Healthy Children This Winter
The Facts About Bedwetting and Accidents: An Interview with Steve Hodges, M.D.
I often meet parents distressed by their children’s potty accidents or bedwetting. They ask: Why is it happening? Will my child outgrow it? What can I do? I recently discovered a terrific resource for answering these questions: Steve Hodges, M.D., a pediatric urologist at Wake Forest University School of Medicine.
INSIDE OUT: Teaching Social Emotions Skills Using the Movie
Five Factors That Foster Social Skills
Self-Care Tips for Busy Mothers
As a parent, navigating life can be overwhelming, often leaving you with little to no time for yourself. It's crucial to recognize that self-care is important, even amidst the demands of meeting your child’s needs. Prioritizing moments for yourself can contribute to a more grounded approach to parenting.
