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Moms and Mental Health: Put Your Oxygen Mask On First
Posted onIt’s no secret that moms often take on the mental load for the whole family, putting the needs of everyone else before themselves. But what is this doing to mothers’ mental health? A staggering 66% of […]
Mom’s Role: What’s Different, What’s the Same and Why does it Matter?
Posted onThere’s no doubt about it—a mother’s role in the home has evolved over time, for better or for worse. A quick look at the numbers shows this to be true. In the 1950s, only about 16% […]
Quaran-Themes: Have Some Family Fun during Quarantine with Themed Days of the Week – Wednesday
Posted onWednesday Friends-Day Today, everyone in the family should connect with a friend – that include parents! This is a difficult time and, while you’re caring for your family, it’s important for you to receive care and […]
Quaran-Themes: Have Some Family Fun during Quarantine with Themed Days of the Week – Tuesday
Posted onTech-Free Tuesday Show your family that they can have fun without screens. After school and work, shut off phones, TVs, and computers. Get outside if the weather is nice. Do a craft or a science experiment. […]
Quaran-Themes: Have Some Family Fun during Quarantine with Themed Days of the Week – Monday
Posted onMove It Monday Get your family moving today! In the morning, you might consider taking 2-5 minutes to do some yoga and stretching together. Moments of mindfulness will help you refuel and can set the tone […]
Quaran-Themes: Have Some Family Fun during Quarantine with Themed Days of the Week – Sunday
Posted onSunday Funday No work. None. Get take out, let the house get a little messy, it’s ok. Start the day with a quick meditation exercise that will relax your body and mind and reduce anxiety. Alternate […]
Quaran-Themes: Have Some Family Fun during Quarantine with Themed Days of the Week – Saturday
Posted onSleep-in Saturday The family has worked hard all week and deserves a well-needed break. Excuse yourselves from the get-up-and-go and instead linger as much of Saturday morning as you want – in bed. Invite the kids […]
Quaran-Themes: Have Some Family Fun during Quarantine with Themed Days of the Week – Friday
Posted onFireside Friday If you have fire pit or a fireplace, this theme is a little easier. If not, you can pull up a video of a fire on your tv and make s’mores in the microwave. […]
Quaran-Themes: Have Some Family Fun during Quarantine with Themed Days of the Week
Posted onThoughtful Thursday Do something thoughtful today! These are our ideas, but we encourage you to think of others: Follow Us on https://www.facebook.com/PeaceAtHomeParenting/ For more parenting support, join us for an Upcoming Live Workshop, browse our Libraries […]
7 Fun Internet-Based Activities for Educating Kids When They’re Stuck Indoors
Posted onWhen the weather takes a turn for the worse, children often turn to video games or television for their entertainment. Instead, take advantage of your kid being stuck inside to educate them with fun activities. Thanks […]
