Thoughts to Ponder

Welcome to a space dedicated to navigating the wild and wonderful journey of parenthood. Here, we'll delve into the joys, challenges, and everything in between that comes with raising little humans. From practical parenting tips to insightful reflections, join me as we explore this adventure called parenting. Let's embark on this journey together, sharing wisdom, experiences, and thoughts to ponder along the way.

 

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You can’t do it for them

In order for our children to feel the full gamut of JOY they must also experience the opposite, which is unfortunately pain.

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Wisdom from a parent-teacher conference

Don’t allow how you THINK your child should been seen by others to cloud how your child wants to present themselves to the world. Encourage them to be exactly who they want to be.

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Underlying Voice of Intuition

Nobody taught me to listen to my intuition. I wish they had. I wish my educators had known the secrets of this and had given me lessons. The power that can come with just knowing is powerful. 

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Notes on my cork board.

Learn how to be more present with your kids and enjoy the little moments, even when life gets crazy.

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So your kid is a little obstinate

All kids should push back a little. They are testing the boundaries. And honestly - kudos to you. As long as you nurture this, your child will grow up and not get pushed around.  But in the meantime….

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Summer vacation brain

How to keep our kids still engaged in learning while also allowing them to enjoy vacation.

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Why is a morning routine so powerful? 💪

We often think a morning routine is simply what we do from the moment we wake up - but setting yourself up the night before is truly key to a successful routine that you’ll stick with. 👍

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Help, my child is inconsolable.

Your child is crying inconsolably. Their whole system is on overload. They want it all and don't want anything. They want it warmer, colder, quieter and louder all at the same time. Read on…

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Journaling with your kids

Journaling with kids is a wonderful way to foster their creativity, emotional expression, and communication skills while creating cherished family memories.

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Impatience

The importance of patience for our kids...and our garden.

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