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Be the Quiet Observer: 1 Day Challenge
To practice bringing consciousness to the forefront of your day I propose a 1 day challenge. This could give your day more joy, meaning, and an overall sense of lightness. For one day practice being the quiet observer. What do I mean by practice being the quiet observer?
5 Steps to Help Pregnant Moms Handle Holiday Stress
Its that time of the year again! The holidays are upon us. We are inundated with television commercials portraying loving and happy families where everyone gets along and enjoys one anothers company.
Montessori for the Modern Mom
Montessori. You’ve heard of it. You’ve probably misspelled it. You’ve drooled over the beautiful materials, the sweet, child-sized everything. Maybe you’ve considered implementing it with your family. But then, you started reading about it and yikes-- it sounds like you’d have to overhaul your entire life to make it work. Not only that, but it seems…
When is a Child Too Big for a Toddler Bed?
The toddler bed is special to kids and parents alike. As a mom, the idea of retiring the old toddler bed or passing it along to someone else probably isn’t on the top of your to-do list. After all, we love our kids and want to keep them little as long as we can. The…
Why Is My Child Shy?
Shyness is not always a bad thing. When it crosses over to a social phobia or anxiety, you might want to seek professional help. But simply being shy can be OK. It just may take shy people longer to feel comfortable with new people and new situations. Shy children tend to observe the scene before jumping in. Shyness is a personality trait, not a fault, says Dr. William Sears, author of more than 40 pediatric books.