Children Need Hugs
While five-year-old Ryan's mom hugged him he blurted out, "Hugs are for babies, mom." Meanwhile, Ryan continued to let her hug him. As a child becomes increasingly mature and independent, the need to separate from parents begins. Meanwhile, the need for connection still remains. For most children (and adults) hugs can signal a sense of security, ease emotional pain, reduce anxiety, and generate hope.
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Valentine Note: Hugs Change Everything!
It's no secret that hugs change everything. However, on Valentine's day, it's important to emphasize this key element of healthy relationships and here's why...
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How to Neutralize Back Talk
When children back talk, it can cause your blood to boil. If you want to lower the frequency, intensity, or duration of back talk in your home then take a peek inside.
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My 5 Best Parenting Tips For 2018
Discover my best parenting tips for 2018 so you can discover how to calm the chaos, raise emotionally intelligent kids, and nurture a family that thrives without thinking too hard.
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What Every Parent Ought To Know About Successful Parenting
Does your little angel act like a devil? With the pressures that parents face each day, becoming an effective parent is critical to a child's development--far too vital to be left to chance. Discover what every parent ought to know about successful parenting.
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How To Be An Effective Parent in 2018
Discover how to become an effective parent so you can reduce your day-to-day worry, help your family bond, and prepare your children for life, and set you free to relax because you know you are doing a great job each day!
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I’m Sharing Why I Do This Work
Since Christmas is in just a few days, I wanted to share my heart with you. So today, I’m going to reveal the driving reason behind why I do this work.
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Checklist: How to Visit Your Family This Holiday Without Stressing Out!
Trying to visit your family this holiday without stressing out may seem like something in a dream. But what if this season could be different? Here is a brief checklist of how to create a stress-free visit.
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Five Simple Tricks to Put the Happy Back in Your Holidays
Your happiness this holiday season boils down to your ability to get and stay connected to your family. So here are five simple tricks to connect better so you can put the happy back in your holidays.
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From WHINING to WINNING, Part 2
When your kiddo starts to moan and fuss, the real question becomes, “How can I best teach my child to whine less, regulate himself more, and use his words properly.” Here are a handful of tips to help you answer that big question.
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