The Secret to Raising Happy Kids: Don’t Focus on Happiness
Sneak peek: The key for how to raise a happy child is, ironically, to focus less on happiness. As I explored this topic …
Social-Emotional Development
The Key to Making Sense of Your Child’s Crankiness: Understanding Growth Spurts
Sneak peek: Understanding your child’s growth spurt might just give some meaning to your child’s crankiness. …
Childhood Independence: Finding the Balance of Holding Tight and Letting go
Sneak peek: Do you struggle with childhood independence? Does it feel scary to let your child or teen do things on their …
Growth Mindset for Kids: Help Your Child Look at Failure in a Whole New Way
{Growth mindset is more than just a buzz word. Research helps us understand how growth mindset for kids aides them in …
Surprisingly Helpful Calming Activities for Super-active Kids
A list of slightly unconventional calming activities for kids when the usual suggestions don’t work. Helpful …
Fun and Engaging Emotional Development Toys
Sneak peek: Ideas for emotional development toys that kids will find entertaining and engaging. Have you ever …
How to Spot (and Survive) a Toddler Growth Spurt
Sneak peek: Toddler growth spurts can influence children’s behavior in challenging ways. Find out what …
The Benefits Of Summer Camp Are Real, But Leave the Phone at Home
Sneak peek: The benefits of summer camp for kids’ development are amazing. However, research points to one clear …
The Reverse Summer Bucket List: Helping Kids Grow in Gratitude {with FREE Printable}
Sneak peek: Most summer bucket lists for kids focus on packing in as many exciting activities as possible. This reverse …