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What Young Children Need You to Know About Separation Anxiety

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What Young Children Need You to Know About Separation Anxiety

by Guest Author on Mar 24 2021
Children are born with a need for attachment and so it stands to reason that separation is a great fear for many children. This doesn’t mean we cannot ever be separated from them, but rather that we take time to understand the developmental aspect of this issue so that we can fulfill their need for attachment in our absence.
If I could turn back time

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If I Could Turn Back Time

by Suzanne Tucker on Mar 22 2021
In the recent time change, we may have lost an hour, but right now, we have this time. Join Selina as she leads a mindful moment to create space and restore ourselves, because we all matter and we all deserve healing energy.
We Don't Need To "Fix" Our Children's Behavior

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We Don't Need To "Fix" Our Children's Behavior

by Ashley Patek on Mar 22 2021
When we see our children as growing and evolving rather than needing to be trained, we realize that nothing has to be "fixed".  And it is then that they can truly flourish.
Mom Realizes It's Never Too Late To Parent Differently

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Mom Realizes It's Never Too Late To Parent Differently

by Ashley Patek on Mar 17 2021
As a school psychologist on the elementary level, Karen was in search of professional development tools, and in doing so, found an avenue to help her in raising her three diverse sons.
Why am I grieving? 3 Tips for Coping with Ambiguous Loss

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Why Am I Grieving? 3 Tips For Coping With Ambiguous Loss

by Guest Author on Mar 16 2021
Learning to cope with a global pandemic creates a widespread level of ambiguous loss. It’s been within this paradox of embracing the innovation of “the new normal” while grieving “the old normal” that I have felt it most. 
How To Create A Calm Down Space Your Kids Won't Fight About

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How To Create A Calm Down Space Your Kids Won't Fight About

by Ashley Patek on Mar 15 2021
We share tips on setting up your Calming Corner for more than one child so it doesn't become another thing on the list of things they argue over. 
I Will Survive

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I Will Survive

by Suzanne Tucker on Mar 12 2021
Parenting is no joke. It is a challenge ... and some days, weeks and years (hello 2020/21) more so than others. We may not be where we want to go but we have come a mighty long way. Join Selina as she shares tools for our everyday parenting toolkits, and leads a mindful moment to pause and reflect on our parenting challenges while holding grace and space for ourselves. 
Preschooler Teaches Her Younger Sister About Emotions While Learning To Manage Her Own

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Preschooler Teaches Her Younger Sister About Emotions While Learning To Manage Her Own

by Ashley Patek on Mar 11 2021
The last thing Kelly wanted was another gimmick for a tired, worn-out parent. She was overwhelmed and out of ideas on how to manage her daughters' meltdowns. But then something amazing happened ... her oldest daughter taught her youngest daughter how to use a feelings chart. 
8 Ways To De-escalate Your Child's Tantrums

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8 Ways To De-escalate Meltdowns With Your Child

by Ashley Patek on Mar 08 2021
Teens and toddlers alike can demonstrate aggressive or uncooperative behaviors from time to time as influenced by big emotions and neurological overwhelm. De-escalation tools help parents defuse a situation and help their child calm and regulate their system.
Channel Your Inner Beyoncé

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Channel Your Inner Beyoncé

by Suzanne Tucker on Mar 05 2021
Join Selina as we celebrate and honor the fierce women in our lives from which we draw inspiration and strength. During this mindful moment, we give homage to all the women before us and standing among us who continue to hold up half the sky with their love and contributions as we honor those parts of ourselves, too. 
One Mama Realizes: My Child's Feelings Are About Her, Not Me

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One Mama Realizes: My Child's Feelings Are About Her, Not Me

by Ashley Patek on Mar 03 2021
I had done everything right, and yet my nine-year-old daughter was having her version of a tantrum. And then I realized her emotion wasn't about me ... it was about her. Here is how I helped her process her emotions. 
Why Sibling Rivalry is Good For Kids, And How Parents Can Make It Through

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Why Sibling Rivalry is Good For Kids, And How Parents Can Make It Through

by Ashley Patek on Mar 02 2021
Experts say that sibling rivalry can nurture emotional intelligence, boost social skills, and that children can learn complex lessons about communication, problem-solving, impulse control, and conflict resolution. Here is why siblings argue and what parents can do to help.
Mom And Son

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The Most Precious Gift We Have Is The Accumulation Of Seconds With Our Children

by Ashley Patek on Mar 01 2021
“Mommy, will you lay with me?” The back of my son’s jammie shirt lay slightly spotted as it caught my silent tears. The most precious gift we have is the accumulation of seconds with our children. And this is what they need us to know. 
Who is part of your parenting village?

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Who Is Part Of Your Parenting Village?

by Suzanne Tucker on Feb 26 2021
Join Selina as she leads a mindful moment to send gratitude to those who are part of our parenting village and those who allow us to be part of theirs. 
Time-In ToolKit Helps Mom Realize: My Sons' Behavior Is Normal And Healthy

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Time-In ToolKit Helps Mom Realize: My Son's Behavior Is Normal And Healthy

by Guest Author on Feb 24 2021
This mom feared something was wrong with her three-year-old child. And then she realized that his behavior was a sign of healthy brain development. 
Parenting Still Takes a Village, Here’s 5 Fresh Reasons Why

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Parenting Still Takes a Village, Here’s 5 Fresh Reasons Why

by Ashley Patek on Feb 23 2021
When we realize one truth - that we don’t have to do it all, all of the time, we buttress our child’s social and emotional development right alongside our own. 
Triggers: I Am Close To The Edge

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Triggers: I Am Close To The Edge

by Suzanne Tucker on Feb 19 2021
The emotions that arise in the face of our triggers can actually be a gift, because they give us the opportunity to become aware of the parts of us asking to be. Join Selina as she leads a mindful moment to allow us to meet our triggers with awareness, curiosity, and compassion.
A Parent's Guide: Meditate With Toddlers And Teens To Improve Emotional Intelligence And Resilience

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A Parent's Guide: Meditate With Toddlers And Teens To Improve Emotional Intelligence And Resilience

by Ashley Patek on Feb 18 2021
Even though today’s kids exhibit elevated levels of restlessness, stress, and anxiety, only 1.6% of children in the U.S. meditate. Here are the benefits of meditation on the developing brain and how parents can practice meditation with kids at every age. 
Staying Mindful During Teen Tantrums

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Staying Mindful During Teen Tantrums

by Guest Author on Feb 16 2021
Like young children, teens thrive off feeling safe and connected. Here is how you can navigate a teen tantrum.
Learning To Love Myself Through Motherhood

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Learning To Love Myself Through Motherhood

by Ashley Patek on Feb 15 2021
"I have never called my enoughness into question more than becoming a mother." This mama shares how she learned to love herself through the messiness of Motherhood.