As a parent, are you comfortable allowing your children to express their big feelings? Do you rush to shut down their anger, for fear that you, or they, will lose control? Do you perceive anger to be a negative emotion? Most of us are uncomfortable with anger and haven’t been given the tools to work…
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“So much of the work of parenthood is unseen. So much of it is the mental load, the emotional load, the logistical load. Things that nobody notices unless they’re not done. One of my friends calls this “Magic House” where it appears like these things just happen by magic–when in reality, somebody is keeping track…
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You don’t have to be Irish to enjoy celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. What started as a religious holiday in Ireland has, over time, become more of a celebration of Irish culture for Irish-Americans. Kids love the fun, festive celebrations! For some fun St. Patrick’s Day facts check out this article from National Geographic Kids and…
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If your child is turning 5 by September 30 of this year it is time to get them registered for Kindergarten! It’s an exciting time in your child’s life but often one that comes with anxious feelings for your child about leaving home and making new friends, and fears for parents wondering if your child…
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We’ve known for years that making art has many benefits for a child’s development and well being. Creating art strengthens fine motor skills, problem solving and decision making skills, and allows for opportunities for self-expression, as well as helping kids process the world around them and the big emotions they often feel. But creating art…
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Tantrums are a very normal part of child development. They’re how young children show that they’re upset or frustrated. Tantrums commonly appear during the second year of life when language skills are just starting to develop. Toddlers can’t yet say what they want, feel, or need, causing frustration that may lead to a tantrum. Those first…
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February is National Snack Food Month! Healthy snacks play an important role in keeping your kids fueled for their busy, active lives. Kids need more than fancy, convenient packaging and lots of sugar to help provide them the nutrients they need for proper health, stamina, and healthy brain functioning. Check out this article from Healthy…
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Instilling a love of learning, as well as a continuous desire to learn, can’t fall solely on your child’s teacher and school system. It is up to us as parents to develop and cultivate a passion for learning in our children, and to continue to fuel the flames as they grow. This short article from…
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Life with a new baby is sure to bring up some questions, and at times concerns. Even the most prepared parent-to-be can be caught off guard by some of the strange, but totally normal, physical characteristics of their newborn. Take a look at this great article from The Bump; 10 Weird (But Totally Normal) Things…
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School boards from all around the country have been in the news this last year as tensions rise over pandemic policies, school funding, and a multitude of other issues that ultimately affect our kids and their education. But do you know much about what a school board does and why they matter? Click HERE for…
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