Mommy tips Archives ~ TARA FRIEDEN

Why Kids Lie and What You Can Do About it

Tara Frieden May 27, 2019May 28, 2019 ADHD, blog, Mommy tips, Parenting lies, lying, telling the truth0 Comment

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...

What’s Getting in the Way of Your Child’s Sleep?

Tara Frieden April 15, 2019March 13, 2019 blog, Mommy tips, Parenting, Parenting an exceptional child, Sensory tips ADHD, essential oils, meditation relaxation, Sensory processing disorder, sleep0 Comment

So many kids have a hard time falling and staying asleep. There are many things that can be getting the in way of a good night's rest. Hopefully I can give you some tips on helping your child get to...

I’m not an artist, but I can be creative

Tara Frieden April 8, 2019April 8, 2019 Arts and Crafts, Mommy tips, Parenting kids, parenting0 Comment

Fun art projects do not need an artistic touch. Here are some easy ones to do with your kids.

Let Your Kids Be Sad, Even if it Means They Cry.

Tara Frieden March 18, 2019 blog, Mommy tips, Parenting coping, emotional development, parenting, sadness0 Comment

Recently my son's basketball season was coming to an end. It was Championship Saturday! He was in the Final 4 and going to play a team that had several of his friends on it. In our city over 2000 kids...

Have You Heard of Peejamas?? The Potty Training Must have!!

Tara Frieden March 2, 2019March 20, 2019 Babies and Toddlers, blog, Mommy tips, Parenting, Uncategorized baby, bed wetting, diapers, potty training, toddler0 Comment

OH MY GOSH!!!! I wish these had been around when my kids were babies and toddlers! Have you seen or heard about these??? They are pajamas that absorb liquid from leaking diapers!!! Do you KNOW what that MEANS????? NO MORE...

You don’t have to be perfect.

Tara Frieden January 24, 2019March 21, 2019 blog, Mommy tips, Parenting Anxiety, fear, parenting2 Comments

Don't let fear hold you back.

You Are the Perfect Mom for Your Child

Tara Frieden December 22, 2018March 12, 2019 blog, Mommy tips ADHD, Anxiety, being mom, parenting, self care0 Comment

Many times over the years I have wondered if I am really the best mom for my child. Shouldn't my son have a mother that is more patient? One that doesn't get exasperated over constant humming and singing. A mom...

Tips for Surviving the Holidays with Kids that Struggle

Tara Frieden November 22, 2018 Mommy tips, Parenting, Parenting an exceptional child, Travel ADHD, Anxiety, family gatherings, kids, parenting, stressful holidays, teens, tweens0 Comment

Ahh the holidays. A time of high expectations and too often, disappointments when things do go as planned. Surviving the holidays with typical children is challenging enough, but when your child struggles with typical days, the holidays can bring on...

Confessions From a Yelling Mom

Tara Frieden September 25, 2017 blog, Mommy tips, Parenting, Parenting an exceptional child ADHD, being mom, discipline, parenting, stress0 Comment

Hi, My name is Tara, and I yell. I never wanted to be the mom that yelled. Before having kids I always heard how patient I was with children. I worked with some pretty challenging kiddos, but NOTHING prepares you...

How to Show Empathy to Your Young Child

Tara Frieden August 21, 2017 Babies and Toddlers, Mommy tips, Parenting behavior, brain development, discipline, Sensory processing disorder3 Comments

Young kids can be dramatic. This is not a news flash to anyone that has been around them. Sometimes their reactions seem way over the top. Often parents and caregivers try to distract them out of these feelings. We try...