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When difficult news arrives at our doorstep…
As parents, when hard news arrives at the doorstep, we have two immediate responsibilities. First, we have to process, try to make sense of, and comfort ourselves. Second, we need to help our children do the same. If you are wondering how to do this, here are...

Special Time / Hang Time: the heart of what really matters
My sister wisely told me, "Kids who are demanding time and attention need… time and attention!" I totally agree. The challenge is, how do we give a demanding kid the attention she appears to crave without feeling like we're rewarding negative behavior? The answer is...

Help! Bedtime Blues
Dear Marjie, My child can't settle down at bedtime unless I lie down next to her until she falls asleep. I’m not able to get anything done in the evenings or have time alone with my husband. Help! - Worn Out Mom Yes, many parents have been here! This is an...

Parent education is not needed if…
Who needs parent education? Find out why it might not just be smart, it can also be fun and grow your family in a strong way.

Holiday Harmony, Part 3: The Gift Of Fewer Gifts
This week we bring you our final post in our Holiday Harmony series. Read Part 1 here and Part 2 here. Giving and delighting others can be such a satisfying experience, especially as parents. We all enjoy giving our children both what they need and what will support...

Holiday Harmony, Part 2: How to Foster Gratitude in Your Family
This week we continue our Holiday Harmony series with a focus on gratitude. If you missed Part 1, you can read it here. We would love for our children to feel and embody the spirit of giving at the holidays. But oftentimes, we are so busy at this time of year that we...
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