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As children, we are usually taught that strangers are people we don’t know and that talking to a stranger is scary. We tell our kids not to talk to strangers because they might want to hurt them. This kind of training can actually be detrimental to our kids and can actually make them less safe; not more. According to the National Center for Missing [...] Continue reading How Dangerous Are Strangers? What to Teach Kids About Stranger Danger
We have discovered a love for naturally dyed Easter eggs! It’s so fun to see what kinds of natural plants and herbs will make different colors. The kids get such a kick out of concocting dyes and soaking eggs – it’s like a science project and Easter fun all at the same time. I thought that all of you might like a [...] Continue reading Dyeing Easter Eggs, Naturally!
To be genuine with others, first you need to know who you are. This includes our relationship with our kids. Getting kids to connect, cooperate and thrive has much more to do with us then it really does with them. Children are like mirrors, reflecting back both our positive traits as well as our faults. The point of finding out our [...] Continue reading Who Do You Think You Are? Your Parenting Style and How It’s Just Right For Your Kids
No matter how wonderful, calm and laid back your child is eventually all parents get to experience a tantrum. These outbursts happen in public or at home and can sometimes embarrass adults. Here are a few keys to taking some perspective. Tantrums are a normal part of development and really serve a purpose! Focus on understanding, not ending the outburst A [...] Continue reading Why Tantrums Aren’t Bad Behavior |
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