Empathy vs Sympathy
By Bonnie Harris There is a fine line between sympathy and empathy. Learning the difference can make huge changes in your relationship with your…
Parenting
10 Tips to Manage Strong Emotions
By Dr Laura Markham “Today I will let myself feel what I am feeling and let my children feel what they are feeling…I’ll pay…
If I Don’t Punish or Give Consequences, What DO I Do?
By Bonnie Harris How to Use Problem Solving Even after I outline problem solving to a frustrated parent of a child who just keeps…
Worry Lines
By Lauren Porter Just after my first child was born I thought I’d gone crazy. It was not depression. It was more like a…
The Special Needs Mother: This Was You All Along
By Kat Abianac I’m writing about my son Parker, who has Down syndrome and changed my life. I’m writing about why you’ll only ever see…
Helping Children With Sharing
By Rachel Schofield “Mine!” screeches my 2 year old and I turn round to find him holding on tight to a Tonka truck. His…
Empowering Boys and Girls in a Culture of Sexual Harassment
By Bonnie Harris The news has been shocking to say the least. But I believe the tide is turning. Powerful men are being called…
Screen Time: Allowing Television in the House After Years Without
By Sally Saint Holding On and Letting Go It has been such a blessing to watch ‘Blue Planet II’ on our TV screens. This…
The Peaceful Parenting Approach to Kids’ Conflicts
By Genevieve Simperingham “You can’t, and it’s better if you don’t, solve all of your child’s problems, but you can share them.” Assume your…
Saying Sorry – A 7-Step Plan For Heartfelt Apologies
By Rachel Schofield “…Say sorry!” The little girl looks down at her shiny black shoes and pouts. Silence. “Go on!” presses her Mum. She…
Peaceful Parenting is for ALL Kids
By Megan Stonelake A few months ago, I wrote an article about why my husband and I don’t use time outs as a form…
Dear Family Holiday Letter: More Presence, Less Presents
By Jessica Rios This post is a letter (below) that I drafted in response to the growing number of parents who want their kids…
The Best Gift You Can Give Your Child
By Dr Laura Markham “It’s as if my children are awakening in me repressed hurts and fears that I don’t wish to feel. It’s…
How a Morning Routine Can Change Your Day
By Leah McDermott, M.Ed Do You Have A Morning Routine? Oh, you mean stumbling out of bed when you hear the kids rummaging through…
When Family and Friends Don’t Understand Your Parenting
By Rachel Schofield When we choose to parent differently to the norm, we add an extra layer of challenge to our already overfull plates….
Having It All Kinda Sucks
By Amy Westervelt Only women would sign up for this much crap. Okay first, allow me to check my privilege so you don’t have to:…
Body Wisdom: Are You Listening To What Your Body Is Telling You?
By Sally Saint I recently took my son to the supermarket; he has a cold and I was amazed at the foods he naturally…
What To Do When You Catch Yourself Speaking Negatively Toward Your Child
By Kim Newing You are a nightmare! This been my catch cry a lot lately. I’m embarrassed to admit this, but it’s true. For…
What REALLY Happens When Your Child Brings Home Pocket Treasures
By Leah McDermott, M.Ed. We visit the Pacific Coast often. It’s just barely an hour’s drive from our house so it’s something we do frequently,…
What Are You Rushing For?
By Leah McDermott, M.Ed. How many times in a day do you tell your child to “hurry up?” Rushing out the door. Get your shoes on….