Consider the difference between delivering a long request versus keeping it short and sweet. Little ones do not have the attention span to listen to and understand a long, drawn out request. Teens will tune out from what they expect to become a lecture. Keeping it short will also save your breath and energy! Example: "Johnny I need you to close the door behind you when you go outside because if you don't then bugs will get into the house, not to mention all of the AC escaping and hiking up our bill......." versus giving the helpful reminder of simply shouting "Door!" as Johnny exits the house. Questions or thoughts? Let me know!
Today is Gymboree Play & Music's National Day of Play! What will you and your family do today to #play?
As a follow up to my blogpost earlier this week, here is a really helpful checklist from Darkness to Light with tips for talking to your kids
Alright folks, it’s time to get real about protecting our children. There is a very dangerous misconception out there that child abuse will not touch your family or community. Child sexual abuse does not discriminate. Offenses occur in every race, religion, and socioeconomic status. Experts estimate that 1 in 10 children are sexually abused before their 18th birthday 35% of child victims are 11 years old or younger I know most of you have probably talked with your kiddos about stranger danger, but let me tell you- that is not enough! 90% of children who are victims of sexual abuse know their abuser 60% are sexually abused by people the family trusts We need to be talking to all children abou
Want your children to be more successful regulating their feelings and behaviors? Getting enough sleep is a great starting point. Read the full story here.
In the age of the Internet parents are bombarded by information. The accessibility of information can be empowering. However, there are two sides to every coin. On the flipside- the Internet and social media can create an overwhelming stream of do’s and don’ts (many times in contradiction with one another). Parents can very easily find themselves questioning their natural instincts and confidence levels take a hard hit. Am I doing this right? Am I harming my child? In my experience, most parents want to do right by their children. With the exception of parents who perpetrate crimes against their children, most parents are acting with the best of intentions. I have come across many parents,
