Parents

Simple Words and Sentences for Effective Communication with Kids I grew up hearing my mother say in Italian, "Soltanto la tua madre ti dir? di mettere il rossetto in modo che tu possa essere pi? graziosa di lei" -- which roughly translates into: "Only your mother will tell you to go put lipstick on so that you can be prettier than she is."…

Child Therapist Validates Mom's Gentle Parenting at Walmart Child Therapist Validates Mom's Gentle Parenting at Walmart Introduction As a mom, you may have experienced challenging situations while practicing gentle parenting in public spaces. However, this article aims to reassure you that your approach is valid, even when faced with…

Helping Kids Under 2 Adjust to a New Baby Adding a new baby is a sure way to shake up your family's life. Firstborns often struggle when they realize they're no longer the center of attention, and whether they're a toddler or elementary schooler, it's perfectly natural for them to experience feelings of jealousy. Each child will convey these…

Gentle-ish Parenting: Breaking Generational Cycles of Trauma Introduction When thinking back to how you were raised, you likely have a spectrum of memories ranging from fond to upsetting. Your parents shaped the formative years of your life as well as your early adulthood through their choice of parenting style, influencing everything from…