Kids can test our patience. Despite your best efforts at positive and gentle parenting, there are certainly days where our emotions get the best of us, and we might even snap. These powerful mantras can help. Reciting positive sayings, and reminding ourselves of why we need to remain calm, or rethink how we are viewing […]
Books About Persistence and Problem Solving for Kids
Kids can learn so much from a book. Whenever I am trying to teach a new concept like accountability or responsibility, or emphasize a point, I turn to the library and grab a kids book. These books about persistence and problem solving and excellent for motivating kids who might feel like giving up. *This post […]
It’s OK to Have an Angry Child
When did anger get such a bad rap? As the mom of an ‘angry child’ I’ve gotten quite defensive about just how OK it is to experience anger. Consider this. How many times a day do you experience anger? Do you get angry when you are late for school and nobody is getting their shoes […]
End Pediatric Cancer with Hope on Wheels: 5 Ways Kids Can Give Back
“1 child is diagnosed with pediatric cancer in the U.S. every 36 minutes. 8 out of 10 children will be cured, but 80% is not enough. The words pediatric and cancer should never go together. #EndChildhoodCancer.” These are the words I listened to last night at the Hyundai Hope on Wheels Celebration of Life last […]
Free Calm Down Printables to Add to Your Calming Corner
A calm down corner or area is a wonderful tool to use with kids who are quick to anger. Some kids need a bit more help calming down than others, and having a safe space in which to do so can be incredibly helpful. Providing tools and resources to your kids in the classroom or at home is […]
10 Reasons You Need a Bottle of Vetiver Essential Oil
Highly underrated and often overlooked, Vetiver essential oil is a household favorite. We don’t hear about Vetiver very often, but it is truly is a blessing in a bottle, especially for kiddos who need a little extra help calming down. Essential oils that help with peace and calm in the house are definitely some of […]
Printable Back to School Affirmation Lunchbox Notes
Positive affirmations have proven to be beneficial to self-esteem and confidence levels. Back to school can be a challenging time for many kids, as anxiety and also excitement set in. Learning new material, making new friends, meeting a new teacher, sitting in a new classroom…these are all overwhelming for kiddos. These back to school affirmation […]
There’s No Such Thing as a Fake Cry
“Oh that cry is so fake.” I’m guilty of thinking this myself. But is there really such a thing as a fake cry? All behavior is communication. When children talk, cry, scream, hit, hug, etc. they are telling us something. The best way to try to deal with certain behaviors, is to first try to […]
This 5-Minute Mom Hack Will Makeover Your Kid’s Morning Routine
The 5 minute trick to make your morning routine much happier. This mom identified that he son responds to time and touch, and incorporated this. Does this morning routine sound familiar? “It’s time to get up.” “Come on I need you to start moving.” “Please get up and go to the bathroom.” “Alright it’s […]
Raising Toddlers: Activities That Help Toddlers Talk
As parents it can be frustrating if our toddler isn’t talking by the time they are supposed to. This typically occurs between the 18-24 month age range but can often occur later. Many parents have enjoyed that newborn baby stage and are ready to hear what their child has to say. Yet, toddlers usually talk […]
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