In All About Children's Emotions/ Emotions/ Mindful ParentingPicture Books That Teach Kids How to Stop and Think, Handle Emotions, and Be MindfulOne of my favorite ways to talk about regulation with my son and to give him insight into new self-regulation skills is to read…Continue Reading →
In Kid SpacesHow to Create A Playroom that Fosters Creative Play and InventionFrom the age of 3 to 6, this was my son’s playroom. It was functional, fairly easy to keep organized, and most importantly, he…Continue Reading →
In Mindful Parenting/ Parenting SolutionsHow to Help Your Child Turn Negative Self-Talk into Self-KindnessMy son was having a particularly clumsy day. He stepped on a Lego not once, but twice (not just a parent problem). He ran…Continue Reading →
In Mindful Parenting/ Parenting SolutionsThe One Thing to Always Say When Disciplining Your ToddlerThis is the one phrase we use all the time in our family, a phrase that helps empower kids to change their behavior. The original meaning of the…Continue Reading →
In Child DevelopmentBook and Chocolate Themed Stocking Stuffers for Your Coziest Holiday YetIn Iceland, there is a cozy and sweet tradition called Jolabokaflod, which means “Jule book flood.” This flood of books came about because it is popular…Continue Reading →
In All About Your Child's Development/ Child Development/ Mindful MomThe Benefits of Being a Nature Kid (and how to get your child to enjoy nature walks!)Inside: How nature benefits your child’s development and five tips to get your child to love nature walks. Time and time again I come…Continue Reading →
In Mindful Parenting/ Parenting SolutionsThe Power of Saying “Yes” in ParentingJoin our #YESvember challenge and find your inner yes! (details at the end of this post). I was eating with my family at our…Continue Reading →
In Mindful Parenting/ Parenting SolutionsHow To Help Your Kid Wake Up HappyI remember when my son was a toddler and he would come into our room in the morning (a little earlier than I would…Continue Reading →
In Mindful Parenting/ Parenting SolutionsA Better Way to Say “Good Job” to Your KidsIf you have been reading the news recently, you’ve probably seen something about how praising children too much or in the wrong way can…Continue Reading →
In Mindful Parenting/ Parenting SolutionsThe Ultimate Playlist for a Smoother Day with your ToddlerMary Poppins was on to something when she sang “just a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down.” Being playful with a toddler…Continue Reading →
