It can be difficult to talk to your kids. Besides the fact that the slang, and language has changed much, making it often as difficult as talking to someone who speaks a different language, they are also often resistant to talking to you, the parent. The following are five … [Read more...] about Talking Heads: 5 Strategies for Effective Communications with Your Kids
Choosing Your Summer Finger Foods
Summer finger foods are a lot of fun and there are plenty of options out there, from fancy foods like bacon wrapped scallops to more basic foods like chips and dips. So, how do you choose your summer finger foods?In order to choose your summer finger foods, consider the following … [Read more...] about Choosing Your Summer Finger Foods
5 Strategies For Talking to Your Kids
From toddler to teen, there are always going to be times when it is difficult to talk to your children. The following are five strategies for talking to your kids:1. Ask open ended questions: If your child is being resistant to conversation, don't ask them questions that require … [Read more...] about 5 Strategies For Talking to Your Kids
3 Fixes For Tween School Anxiety
If your tween is suffering from tween school anxiety, there are a few things you can do to help alleviate their stress and fix the problem:First, discuss fears. Discussing the things that are causing them to feel anxious about school can be a great way to alleviate the stress of … [Read more...] about 3 Fixes For Tween School Anxiety
Say Goodbye to Mommy Guilt
Mommy guilt is common. The following are some of the common sources of mommy guilt, and how to rid yourself of it: Yelling: Yelling is the thing moms feel guilty about. If you count yourself among the number of people who are stressed about yelling at your kids, cut yourself some … [Read more...] about Say Goodbye to Mommy Guilt
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