Parenting Children Ages 2-6: When My Child Hits
Hitting is not an unusual thing for kids to do between the ages of 2-6, in fact, it’s pretty normal and common, but of course you want them to know that it’s not okay! You want them to learn to take responsibility, make amends, and do better in the future. With emotions running high all around, it can be a tough spot to be in as a parent!
Consider this, how we respond rather than react will make all the difference.
1. Look at things from your child’s point of view and remember that it’s a process to learn better behaviors;
2. Prevent problems when possible;
3. Take action without insult;
4. Help your child calm down and feel safe; and
5. Teach and show your child how to be kind.
7 Simple Ways To Build Connection With Your Spouse
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Parenting Children Ages 2-6: The Power of Play
It’s not always easy as a busy parent, right? Kids like playing by themselves and with other kids, so is it really such a big deal if WE don’t make time to play with them, too? YES! Even just a couple of minutes to play can make a world of difference for our kids!
Using The Parenting Pyramid
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Tips For Potty Training
Having our kiddos move beyond diapers is probably exciting for most parents! But the process of potty training? Not so much. Family life specialist Dr. Dave Schramm has some tips that can make it go more smoothly!
Mirroring Children’s Emotions
When a human experiences a strong emotion, it happens in the back part of our brain, and when it’s intense, it tends to hijack the front part of our brains where we make decisions, pay attention, and think things through.
Learn Suicide Warning Signs & Risk Factors
Today, more than ever, it’s crucial for all school staff members to be familiar with, and watchful for, risk factors and warning signs of suicidal behavior.
Parenting Children 2-6: Establishing Rules
One of the most frustrating experiences for parents is when we create some rules in the house but then watch our kiddos not follow them and even ignore them!
Suicide Prevention: Stats & Facts
Studies show that when people tell someone they’re having suicidal thoughts, then they’re 66% less likely to attempt suicide. And if they tell their parents, they are 98% less likely to attempt suicide
Times of Trauma - What To Do When Things Feel Overwhelming
Whether it’s a pandemic, the inability to pay bills, a parking ticket, or a potty-training crisis, all of us experience stress in our lives.
Suicide Prevention: Be One Who Lived
If mental illness and life challenges have you considering taking your own life, you are not alone -- and there is hope! Here's a story that gives a glimpse of it.
Parenting Children Ages 2 - 6: Tug Of War
As parents of little kids, how many times per day do we say things like, “Don’t touch that!” “It’s time to be done”, or“ Let me help you.” And what’s their common response? “NO!” We’re just trying to help, so why do they have to be so stubborn?
Parenting Children Ages 2 - 6: The “My Way” Phase
All children begin to develop independence and a little bit of stubbornness around the age of 2. I have some tips to help you manage them and allow them their own autonomy too.
Parenting Children 2 - 6: Dealing With FEAR
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Mental Health & Suicide
Suicide is a difficult subject to approach, but you can make a world of difference for helping your child if they are struggling! Remember, listening can be life-saving.
The Crybaby - Tips For Parenting Children Ages 2 - 6
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Positivity - Creating an Upward Spiral That Improves Your Life & Relationships
When you are feeling positive your brain becomes up to 31% more productive. Join me as I share some simple tips and tricks to help you adopt a positive mindset that will lead to flourishing and success in your life.
Helping Children Learn To Talk: Part 1:Cooing & Babbling
When babies start cooing and babbling they are really trying to communicate and this process begins the foundation for language development –and there’s quite a bit parents can do to help this process.
Enjoying Life With Children
Raising young children is not easy. But here are three easy tips to help you balance life with young children. 1. Organize 2. Keep Learning 3. Celebrate…