On Homework
This photo popped up on my Facebook newsfeed and I had to share it with you all! I love that this teacher is taking the initiative to...
Wild Child 30×3 Nature Challenge
Every time the importance of #play gets media coverage my heart swells. This interview shares important insights about the value of...
Quote of the Day
"Children are persons in their own right. They do not become persons upon the attainment of some predetermined age or after having met...
Real Talk About Child Safety
Alright folks, it’s time to get real about protecting our children. There is a very dangerous misconception out there that child abuse...
New sleep guidelines for babies, kids and teens
Want your children to be more successful regulating their feelings and behaviors? Getting enough sleep is a great starting point. Read...
Letting Go of Anxieties and Fears
In the age of the Internet parents are bombarded by information. The accessibility of information can be empowering. However, there are...
The Importance of Big Body Play
"Big body play supports children’s physical development but it also supports the development of children’s social awareness, emotional...
"Building the Baby Brain: The Importance of the Child's First 2,000 Days"
Thoroughly enjoyed Patricia Kuhl's lecture last night at Atlanta Speech School. If you're expecting, the parent of a 0-7 year old, or an...
The First 6 Weeks: Reflections on Motherhood from a Play Therapist
Throughout my pregnancy I posted quotes from my favorite books on my prenatal reading list. If I had to summarize the most salient and...
Excerpt from 'Your Self-Confident Baby'
"Respect means setting boundaries for your child and for yourself as a parent, and enforcing these boundaries. It is letting your child...
