It being Thanksgiving and all, I figure I should make a list of the things I’m thankful for this year. Obviously I’m thankful for the usual stuff like my health and family, but today these are the things I feel particularly thankful for (in no particular order): 1. Learning not to care what … Read more
Some days at home with young kids are really fun. We get to relive some of the best parts of our childhoods and delight in our little ones enjoying the same things we once loved. We’re making memories and cherishing sweet moments together. Sometimes being at home is the best. And then there are … Read more
Have you ever met a kid who always seems to dissolve into a puddle after being corrected, even gently? Do you know a child who can’t stand socks that have a seam or shirts with tags? Do you know a child who seems to intuit your thoughts and feelings before even you can identify … Read more
We all know that telling someone not to be defensive doesn’t usually work. It’s like telling someone who is upset to just calm down. Say that to your three year old and see how well that suggestion is received. In my work with parents, I’ve encountered an abundance of defensiveness. Parents often feel the need … Read more