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17
Mar
Families Come Together During COVID-19
As the world starts to grapple with the effects of the Coronavirus, everyday life has taken a dramatic shift. As parents, we are trying to understand what is going on and how long this will affect our lives. Schools are closed, people...
14
Mar
Shark Tank Tips – How Lori Lite Pitched Her Business
Shark Tank Tips – How Lori Lite Pitched Her Business
I shook my hands. Trust me when I tell you I never did this before. Out of a desperate attempt to feel calm, I decided to shake the last few bits of stress out of...
11
Mar
Children’s Stress and Anxiety
Children’s Stress and Anxiety
Anxiety symptoms and disorders are the number one health problem in America. Anxiety Disorders in children are sometimes overlooked or misdiagnosed and if left untreated will most likel...
09
Mar
St. Patrick’s Day with Family
Every year, for one day in March, people of any background get to celebrate the “Luck of the Irish!” St. Patrick’s Day is a great holiday for exploring new traditions and bringing extra joy to the ones you love. Here are some fun acti...
09
Feb
Valentine’s Day Hearts and Cupid’s Arrow
In a conversation with two elementary-aged children, I asked them to share their thoughts with me about Valentine’s Day. Even though I know these young girls to be kind, conscientious, and incredibly respectful, I was surprised by som...
12
Nov
Handling Holidays When Your Child Has Special Needs
Holiday crowds, lights, noise, strangers, hugging, change in routine, and chaos. When your child has special needs, holidays could be a recipe for stress and sensory overload. As parents, we need to be flexible with our definition of ...
11
Nov
Cooking with Your Children
In this modern age of social media, video games, TV programs, and movies dominating every waking moment of your kid’s life, it can seem tricky to spend some alone time together without having a screen between you. Cooking with your ch...
22
Oct
My Child Hates School
Is going to school in the morning accompanied by tantrums and sulking from your kids? Many of us have been there, and if you are like me, it’s tough to know what to do. Realizing that my child hates school wasn’t a shocking revelation...
02
Oct
Support Your Child’s Teacher
The teacher is one of your most important allies during the school year. They work incredibly hard to make sure all students achieve academic proficiency, gain crucial socio-emotional skills, and are prepared for a successful future b...
20
Aug
Helping Children Socialize at School and Activities
Socializing and activities outside of school are components needed to help develop your child’s social and emotional skills. Establishing relationships with kids at school and outside of school while participating in extracurricular a...