When it comes to playing independently or being away from your side for more than a second, and yes, sometimes it feels like an actual second before she is tugging and pulling or following behind you in tears, your child struggles. The reality is, your “to do” list is growing,...
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I was diagnosed with ADHD at six-years-old. My parents were actually relieved because they finally had a reason to point to that explained some of my behaviors. I didn’t know how to feel, process, or regulate emotions, so I simply tried to numb them all.
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Death is part of life, yet it can be an uncomfortable topic to discuss, especially with our children. Experts say, however, that making death part of normal conversation is vital for children of all ages, especially young children who don’t yet grasp the concept. Here are 5 tips to help. ...
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Last March, school districts across the country closed due to COVID, and more than 55 million children were sent home to finish their school year. With school reopenings around the corner, many parents are wondering what learning environments will look like this fall, especially with the release of the CDC’s...
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Many men are taught “not to feel” growing up yet choose another way when raising their own children. My husband is one of these men, and this is our story.
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I’m reminded of the power of our listening and rather than punishment by this video a member mama sent in. It’s of her 4 yo who has been struggling with impulse control issues and some pretty big and hard to understand feelings since her parents recent separation. Instead of hitting mom or their...
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Research shows that more than 90 percent of American parents say that one of their top priorities is to raise kind children. Here are 5 tips to intentionally raising kind children.
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Our country is standing at a pivoting point. #BlackLivesMatter is the anthem and our nation is singing in the face of injustice. For all lives to matter, black lives must matter.
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To my children, without you ... Our house would be clean and organized yet there would be no handprints on the glass to remind me of your littleness. Our home would be quiet yet it would also be void of your giggles and play.
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I am no Pinterest mom. Let’s start there. But when I saw a picture of a kiddo playing in a tub of colored noodles, it intrigued me. As an occupational therapist, sensory integration is my jam. Unfortunately, the noodles turned out to be one colossal fail. Here are 5 sensory activities that...
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As an African American woman married to a white man, Ebony and her husband Michael have made it their mission to teach their four-year-old son, Max, about emotions and inclusion.
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As the school year comes to a close, many are wondering what summer will look like. Here are 60 activities you'll want to add to your family's bucket list.
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