From my experience with 2 year olds, you can expect a lot of “No” and “I don’t want to.” This is developmentally appropriate, although it makes your life suck. However, there are some things you can do to make your life suck less. Pick your battles. So she doesn’t get dressed, who cares. It’s not winter. So she doesn’t eat dinner, who cares. If she was hungry, she would … [Read more...] about Dealing with Two Year Olds: How To Make Your Life Suck Less
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Taking Meetings From “Dull and Dreadful” to “Energetic and Effective”
A friend recently remarked about how she was bored to tears at one of her team meetings. I was surprised to learn there is a name for this feeling-- “meeting narcolepsy,” and even a support group on LinkedIn for employees suffering from it. Meetings happen in every office, every line of business, and there’s no way to avoid them. But they are also opportunities to build … [Read more...] about Taking Meetings From “Dull and Dreadful” to “Energetic and Effective”
Ways to Deal With Depression in Children
While we often think of depression as an illness affecting adults and adolescents, children can also experience depression. Treatment options for children include inpatient or outpatient therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, family therapy and antidepressant medication, as well as treatment for other psychiatric disorders that may contribute to depression. Early detection, … [Read more...] about Ways to Deal With Depression in Children
How to Deal With a Child With Behavior Problems
When you became a mom, you likely had dreams of your child's polite and courteous behavior and looked forward to the tender moments you would share. While you have likely had some of these positive times, if your child is a particularly behaviorally challenging tike, these moments could be few and far between. To increase the prevalence of this positive togetherness time and … [Read more...] about How to Deal With a Child With Behavior Problems
Ideal Body Weight for Children
It is the goal of many parents to keep their kids healthy and happy. If you are dedicated to ensuring that your child is as fit as possible, educate yourself on the body weight ideals for youngsters. By knowing where your child lays on the weight continuum, you can better monitor his growth and increase the likelihood that he remains healthy and happy. Determining Factors Your … [Read more...] about Ideal Body Weight for Children