It’s no big secret that children start mirroring the behavior of their parents when they are just toddlers. MIRROR MIRROR They pretend to make phone calls, cook meals, fold laundry, cheer for baseball teams, and even clean the house. They learn from the world around them, and practice makes perfect. We prepare for the mirroring …
While attempting to enjoy some time in the sand box at our local park the other day, my three year old son looked at me with tears in his eyes and said, “Mommy, why do those big boys keep grabbing my toys from me?” I had already intervened three times in twenty minutes. …
Parenting isn’t about control. Parenting is about guidance. Parenting is about structure, limits, and consistency. Parenting is about empathy. And, above all, parenting is about unconditional love. Parenting isn’t about control. But yelling is. Yelling is a function of feeling a loss of control. Yelling …
My heart is spilt three ways. There is more than enough room for each of them, and each are loved in different ways. They never have to question it. My heart is always on my sleeve. But still…they have their moments. He’s getting attention because his knee hurts. I want …
Mother’s Day is just around the corner. Some of you will head to the nearest spa. Alone. Because, let’s face it, it’s your day and you deserve a break. Others will crave uninterrupted family time. No computers, no phones, not even a single Instagram. Being present will make your day. Some will …