Parenting Articles
19
Aug
Family Outdoor Activities Reduce Stress – Adirondacks
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by Lori LiteLet’s just say that hiking, kayaking, canoeing and fly-fishing are not normally in my wheelhouse. However, after overcoming my aversion to sweating,I jumped into my chest high waders with a smile on my face and hope in my ...
19
May
How to Improve Your Breathing
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from the BreathGuruMost of us take our breathing for granted, but with a little attention and practice, our breath can revitalize us and restore our peace of mind.Finding the hidden tensions in our bodies and releasing them, facilitat...
14
May
Stress In Military Families
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Supporting the emotional well-being of our troops and addressing and creating solutions for stress in military families is paramount. Children in military families are exposed to stress levels that could be considered toxic according ...
02
May
Get Kids to Exercise
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By Sandy “Spin” SladeGet kids to exercise and turn fitness into a fun family affair! National Physical Fitness and Sports month is the perfect inspiration to celebrate fitness and get your family moving. You can peak your child’s inte...
05
Apr
Baby’s Brain Development and Connecting With Your Baby
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By Deborah McNelis, M.EdHaving a new baby is an incredibly special time for new parents. It can also be a time of stress and confusion. However, if you understand what your newborn needs and incorporate simple activities into your rou...
12
Feb
Fertility and Stress
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You and your partner have embarked on a life-changing journey. You have been trying to start a family and are facing the unknowns associated with conceiving. You wonder about your fertility and the impact stress has on becoming pregna...
19
Jan
Kids and Power
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Note to Readers: Parenting kids and power go hand in hand. The power struggle becomes evident at the age of 2 when your toddler begins to try exert their own power over you and the world around them. It is never too soon to reflect on...
30
Jun
Teaching Children Patience With Mindful Activities
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by Lori LiteHave you ever wished that your children had more patience? Do you remember the days when you (yourself) had more patience? By focusing on cultivating patience, both you and your children can become more present and feel l...
09
May
Creating Creative Kids
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Note to Reader: When we have creative kids we tend to smile a lot! Creativity is a joyful dance in the energy of solution. Creativity can be used to solve problems or create a new visualization for relaxation. It is a brain activity t...
28
Mar
Is Technology Stressing our Kids?
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Note to Readers: I don’t know if technology is stressing our kids, but I do know that technology has added a new paradigm to the many facets of parenting. I do know that taking my teen’s screens away would destroy her academically and...
