{One key aspect of toddler emotional development is learning to cope with big emotions. Research gives us insight into how we can help toddler boys, in particular, learn emotional regulation} If you are a parent of a young boy you know that, despite the cultural stereotypes, boys feel strong emotions just as much as girls. […]
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Toddlers Have Big Emotions. Insight from Research on How to Respond
The Key to Making Sense of Your Child’s Crankiness: Understanding Toddler Growth Spurts
{How understanding toddler growth spurts might just give some meaning to your child’s crankiness. P.S. it’s helpful for older kids too!} I was just telling our pediatrician what a cute, special age 4 is at my son’s checkup. It’s an age when you are past most of the tantrums and kids can communicate well. They […]
Emotional Intelligence in Children: How to Develop those Crucial “Soft Skills”
{Fostering emotional intelligence in children might be one of the most important things you can do to ensure their future success} My older son (3rd grade) has a great social-emotional development learning program at his school. The school recognizes the importance of fostering emotional intelligence in children. Each morning, the class gathers and talks about […]
Tired of Being the Cruise Director of Your Kids’ Summer? Bring Back These Classics of Summer Play Time
{Summer fun for kids doesn’t have to involve a lot of camps or scheduled activities. Simple, classic ideas for summer fun that kids still love} The countdown to summer is on! In our area, school is already out. For most people around the country, school will end sometime in the next few weeks. For me, […]
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