Tweens and Teens are often hard to buy for. I have come up with a list of gift ideas just for you! Hydro Flask Yes, it may seem like an expensive water bottle, but it is very durable and it's...
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Please Stop Using Behavior Charts
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Oh behavior charts! How I despise thee! Humiliation Bad feelings Embarrassment Nothing good comes from you! Can we please stop??!? Humiliating Behavior charts are humiliating! Why do some people feel that it is okay to openly embarrass young children that...
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Building Self Esteem in your Children
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The past few generations of parents have been very aware of the role self esteem plays in the emotional development of our children. Many methods have been tried. Overly praising, giving everyone a trophy or award for everything, taking away...
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MAPLE HOLISTICS Apple cider vinegar shampoo
Recently I had the opportunity to try Maple Holistic’s apple cider vinegar shampoo. This is my absolute favorite shampoo. It doesn’t take very much and it creates a luscious lather. My hair feels so soft while I’m washing it. It...
Continue ReadingI want to share this article
Hey! Sometimes I come across a great article or blog & just have to share it with my readers. If you have an aggressive or anxious child, check out this article. It's such a great reminder of what the child...
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Avoid the “Summer Slide” with summer skills practice
It's summer! YAY!! Time for sun shine, beaches, pools and fun! Many parents also fear that their children are going to lose some of the skills they learned during the school year. Fear no more! Here are some easy ways...
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Why Kids Lie and What You Can Do About it
Lying, this is a very emotionally charged topic. I see so many parents getting very upset about lying. It is seen as a horrid character flaw. I'd like to share with you why I don't think we need to get...
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Does Your Child Have ADHD or is it Something Else?
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Is it ADHD? Suspecting your child may have ADD/ADHD is scary. Having someone else tell you they suspect it can be horrifying. If you don't have personal experience with it or experience as a parent, the first time will probably...
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It’s OK to Ask for Help! You Are Not Alone!
Hello, My name is Tara and I'm a recovering “do it all by myself-er” If there aren't meetings for people like me their should be! (Maybe I should just start one myself! ha!) I grew up thinking I had to...
Continue ReadingSensory Activites for Every Kid!
Recently I hosted a parent/child play group at my children’s daycare, the topic was activities that incorporate all the senses. I thought I'd post the list here. It is very important that ALL children get many opportunities to explore each...
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