Getting caught in holiday “should storms”
It seems like this time of year can bring a mix of emotions—fun, excitement, stress, magic, frustration, joy... What am I forgetting?
I think it’s safe to say that no matter what feelings arise, comparison and self-judgement or what I like to say — “shoulding” on ourselves — often creep in…
The Power of Predictability: Helping Kids Navigate Transitions with Calm and Confidence
It all begins with an idea.
Parenting with Presence: How we teach without words.
In the most literal sense — every second that we are with our children we are modeling for them how to be in this world: how we respond when we fall down; how we talk to the mailman; what our behavior is like when we can’t find our keys; how we celebrate winning; and even how we respond to our pets when they get into something they’re not supposed to (we love you, Chance!).