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A platform to discuss common themes, contemplate questions, and work to resolve challenges that arise as we support the children we know and love.
By: Lindsey Bernhardt
It is always exciting to have your child come home from college for the summer. Whether it's their first or last year of college, it is a time to reconnect with your kid and for...
By: Lindsey Bernhardt
As a parent, I have found myself requesting that my children think before they speak. I would insist that they pause, providing them the opportunity to really consider what they...
By: Alexandra Murtaugh
I have 4 kids between the ages of 6 months to 8 years old to get ready in the mornings. Between 6:30 and 8:00, I have to make sure they are all dressed and fed, their bags are ...
A common practice amongst parents is the implementation of the “time out.” I, too, have fallen victim to this easily implemented consequence plenty of times. Time-outs are certainly effective in stopp...
I read books about parenting, listen to podcasts about parenting, and could speak for hours about my philosophies and beliefs about child development and raising kids. These philosophies and beliefs a...
In our backyard, we have a small raised bed vegetable garden. Last year, we had some success with butter lettuce and green beans. This year, our tomato plants flourished, but took over the entire gard...
When my oldest was in daycare and preschool, I got daily reports from his school about every aspect of his day— from how much he ate to how he behaved. I got used to knowing what happened during his d...
{ICYMI Lauren discussed the importance of routines and how consistent expectations can help support children during transitions. Click here to read more.}
As families prepare for the start of school,...
{ICYMI Alexandra shared insightful strategies on how to prepare for and enjoy vacation with your family. Click here to read more.}
Before we lift off (pun intended) and explore all things parenting w...
{ICYMI Lindsey shared insightful strategies on how to prepare for and enjoy having your college student home for summer vacation. Click here to read more.}
“Summer melt” is a common phrase used to de...
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