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 …
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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 …
5 Powerful Lessons Being a Mom Taught Me About Child Development
I have learned a lot about kids through earning an advanced degree in Human Development, however, some of my best …
Insights for Parents from the Science of Child Temperament
Sneak peek: A basic overview of the child temperament types in child development and the role they play in parent-child …
Parenting Books to Get You Through Each Phase of the Early Years
Sneak peek: Some of the best parenting books that I’ve found to provide real, useful research-based …
To Parents on the First Day of Kindergarten: What Your Kids Really Need From You
Sneak peek: The first day of kindergarten for parents is almost as big an event as it is for children. While your …
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 …
“Difficult” Temperament ≠ A Child Destined for Problems: Sensitive Parenting is Key
Sneak peek: Babies with a “difficult” temperament can sometimes pose challenges to parents as they strain …