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These tasks are called “practical life”—they’re just as important as language and math for young children.
It is called soliciting good intentions, and the aim is to work ahead of challenging problems instead of when emotions are really stirred up.
Hint: It might end up being the most relaxing part of your day!
Snuggle with your kiddo for five minutes as they wake up as a way to “fill your child’s cup” before the day starts.
It first starts with how you treat yourself, mama.
Concentration, problem-solving skills, resilience and creativity.
Do you ignore? Distract? Talk it out? There may be appropriate times and places for all of those responses.
What babies need most is to interact with their parents in a loving, warm, joyful way.
And it’s not just that hide and seek is much more fun to play.
This is why saying “it’s okay” really isn’t okay.
How do you teach children how to really make amends, see what they did wrong and have empathy for others?
And they really learn valuable lessons when they see us struggle.
Sitting down together and reading a book can help your little one identify, cope, and work through her worries
Lesson 1: You can learn a lot from observing your child.
It’s never too early to teach something so essential.
And boosts your bond, too.
Here’s why.
"I took a step back—and we were both so much happier."
You made it so that I could be a working mom, and for that, I am so grateful.
1. Meet your new sous chef. Getting them involved will give them a sense of pride and importance at the dinner table.
