Tag: communication
7 Expert Tips for Better Sleep for Families (and How to End Bedtime Battles for Good)
Posted onBedtime shouldn’t feel like a nightly power struggle. Yet for many families, evenings are filled with stalling, tears, worries, and repeated wake-ups that leave everyone exhausted. The good news? Better sleep is possible—at any age—with the […]
Positive Routines for Toddlers: Eat, Play, and Sleep (Updated for 2026)
Posted onYou are your child’s first teacher. This is why establishing positive routines for your toddler is crucial. Together you and your child will learn what is needed to support their learning to do things. Children’s inborn […]
Teaching Kids Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Values: Peace Begins at Home
Posted onDr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s values—nonviolence, empathy, courage, and service—can be taught to our kids through everyday parenting. This guide turns MLK’s big ideas into simple practices families can use with kids of any age, including […]
Breaking the Screen Cycle for Families in 2026: Reclaim Calm, Connection, & Control
Posted onIs it possible to break the screen cycle and regain control and peace at home? Yes, it is! If you feel your family’s stuck in a dopamine loop and you want peace at home again, then […]
Reflection & Goal-Setting: For You, Your Parenting Partner, and Your Family
Posted onYour 2025 Look-Back and 2026 Dream Forward As we spend December wrapped in holiday traditions and family time, it’s a powerful moment to pause. Before rushing into resolutions, we invite you to take a breath, look […]
Beyond the Headlines: Connecting with Your Teen About Vaping, Gummies, and Cannabis
Posted onIt’s a lot to keep up with, isn’t it? If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the news about teen substance use, you are not alone. The landscape has changed so much since we were teens. We’re now […]
Dad, Let’s Talk: Why Your Attention Matters More Than Ever
Posted on“Fathers who are emotionally present, who show up and tune in to their kids, create lasting neural patterns of connection that shape how children see themselves and others.” — Dan Siegel, paraphrased from interviews and themes […]
Lighten Mom’s Mental Load to Boost Kids’ Mental Health
Posted onParenting can feel like a full-time job… on top of your full-time job. The invisible mental load can be exhausting. If you’re constantly juggling tasks and wondering why it feels so hard—you’re not alone. Perhaps even […]
Raising Financially Savvy Kids
Posted onFinancial literacy for kids is more important than ever. With digital wallets, online shopping, and in-game purchases, children are making money decisions earlier—and often without fully understanding them. Teaching kids about money isn’t just about saving […]
Is Your Child Struggling? Recognize the Signs of Stress and Learn How to Help
Posted onWhile we’re living in a period of stress and turmoil, we all want to protect our children from pain and uncertainty. But when they’re struggling emotionally, it can be hard to know how to help. You […]
