The Benefits of Camp
More than a mainstay of the childhood experience, summer camp offers a myriad of mental, emotional, and physical benefits for your child. Not only that, but it can be rewarding for parents too! Read on to see how summer camp will contribute to your child’s health and development. Mental Health Benefits for Your Child Developing […]
Communicating with Your Child’s Supervisors
Working collaboratively with all of the caregivers and supervisors in your child’s life is an essential part of parenting. Sometimes emotions run high, and different perspectives can be challenging to merge. However, learning skills to encourage an open dialogue is beneficial to both your child’s needs and development as well as your stress level. Here’s […]
Raising Respectful Significant Others
Not long ago, someone shared with me that her young adult daughter was complaining that there are no guys who are “marriage material.” Interestingly, I often hear the same thing from young adults who might be interested in marriage, but really feel like it’s slim pickings for them. This led me to ask the question: […]
Encouraging Healthy Hobbies
According to the Child Development Institute, hobbies are an essential part of children’s development. They help children find ways to express themselves, discover their strengths and weaknesses, and build self-esteem – not to mention how much kids can learn from different hobbies! These local ladies know the importance of encouraging healthy activities and fostering interest in various […]
Facing Mom Shame
Shame & Peer Pressure During Motherhood If the above comments sound all-too familiar, then you’ve experienced – or know of someone who has experienced – mom-shaming. These criticisms, often passed off as “advice” or “encouragement” by loved ones, are directed at mothers for their parenting choices. Say the wrong thing, do the wrong thing, or […]
Parenting & Technology
Parenting in the Digital World When it comes to parenting frustrations, technology is probably at or near the top of the list for those who want to raise healthy, well-adjusted children. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) discourages any amount of screen time for children under 2 years old. However, a study recently released by JAMA […]
Parenting After Losing a Spouse
After losing a spouse, there is no question that managing your own grief, as well as helping your children through their grief, is a continuing journey. There are many parenting milestones, challenges, and decisions to face. Decisions you once made as a team are now solely yours to make, which can feel like a 1,000-pound […]
An Ongoing Dialogue
We teach our kids to stay away from hot stoves and to look both ways before crossing the street. But while their safety is our priority, we may plan to hold off on some more serious conversations – like those about sexual violence – until we feel they’re old enough to understand. (And the truth […]
The Importance of Chores
Benefits of Chores in Children’s Maturation As a working mom, I often felt like I had two jobs, if not three. I worked, did household chores, and parented. So, when our daughter was three, we decided she should start helping around the house. We asked her to put her clothes in the laundry basket, help […]
Creating Quality Time
