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4 Effective Ways To Break The Generational Cycle Of Yelling

by Ashley Patek

I yell. I was yelled at. My guess is, my parents were yelled at too. Poor emotional regulation - and its wounding - has been handed down from one generation to another. Here are 4 effective ways to break the cycle so that our children don't have to carry that shame. It stops with us.

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To The Boy That Called My Daughter Ugly

by Brandon Janous

From a dad in our community: "To the boy that called my daughter ugly on the school bus the other day, I have some things to say to you."

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How To Use Storytime To Reduce Clinginess & Ease Transitions

by Courtney Tharpe

Storytime is a time when our children's imaginations are fired up, operating in the frontal lobe of their brain, and primed for learning. If you are struggling with clingy behavior, transitions, or teaching new skills, a simple, scripted story may be the best tool in your toolbox! Get your FREE scripted story printable here!

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5 Books That Build Resilience In Kids

by Ashley Patek

Whether it be adapting to a new classroom, being away from family during a pandemic, not making the sports team, or a change in household rituals, children face challenging situations. Here are 5 books to help children build resilience and grit.

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Don’t Just Set Intentions, Rewire Your Brain. Here's How.

by Ashley Patek

By the time we are 35 years old, 95% of who we are is a memorized set of behaviors, emotional reactions, unconscious habits, hardwired attitudes, beliefs, and perceptions that function similar to a computer program... but we can rewire our brains. Here’s how.

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My Child Is Clingy. Am I Doing It Wrong?

by Ashley Patek

Your child is clingy, seems to be experiencing separation anxiety and is consistently acting out whenever you leave them, even if just to try to pee alone. Are you doing something wrong as a parent? Not even a little. Here's why.

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Halloween 2020: A New Way To Celebrate

by Ashley Patek

While Halloween may look different this year, there are many ways that families can keep the spooky spirit and fun alive.

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7 Meaningful Gifts for 2020

by Guest Author

Rather than gifting toys this holiday that will likely find their way to the bottom of the toy bin, give the children on your list meaningful memories instead. Here are seven connection-based gift ideas for ages one and up that we love for the holidays and all year long.

Woman kneeling to comfort a young boy, with illustrated hands exchanging a gray cloud for a red heart in the background

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Positive vs. Negative Reinforcement: A Guide for Parents

by Alex Petrou

Learn how positive vs. negative reinforcement influence your parenting style and the ways positive reinforcers can support your child’s development.