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Fathers Raising Boys That Feel Safe To Feel

by Ashley Patek on Jun 16 2020

My husband grew up in a home where the men mostly ran away or shut down when it came to emotions, and when he became a father himself, he was determined to break the cycle. This is how he did it.

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Managing Big Feelings

by Ashley Patek on Jun 14 2020

I’m reminded of the power of our listening and rather than punishment by this video a member mama sent in.

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Six Ways To Intentionally Raise Kind Children

by Ashley Patek on Jun 09 2020

Research shows that when we shame, blame, and guilt children into kindness, or, quite the opposite, when we dangle carrots (aka external rewards) for caring, children begin to view kindness as a chore rather than a choice. So how do we teach kindness? Read more.

Raising Mindful Children During The Age Of Black Lives Matter

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Raising Awake Children in the Age of Black Lives Matter

by Ashley Patek on Jun 04 2020

Our country is standing at a pivoting point. #BlackLivesMatter is the anthem and our nation is singing in the face of injustice. For all lives to matter, black lives must matter.

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5 Sensory Activities Better Than Slime

by Ashley Patek on May 29 2020

I am no Pinterest mom. Let’s start there. But when I saw a picture of a kiddo playing in a tub of colored noodles, it intrigued me. As an occupational therapist, sensory integration is my jam. Unfortunately, the noodles turned out to be one colossal fail. Here are 5 sensory activities that won’t let you down.

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Why This Four-Year-Old's Video On Skin Color Needs To Go Viral

by Ashley Patek on May 23 2020

As an African American woman married to a white man, Ebony and her husband Michael have made it their mission to teach their four-year-old son, Max, about emotions and inclusion.

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60 Ideas For Summer "Staying Home" Family Fun

by Ashley Patek on May 20 2020

As the school year comes to a close, many are wondering what summer will look like. Here are 60 activities you'll want to add to your family's bucket list.

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Move Your Body, Move Your Emotions

by Ashley Patek on May 18 2020

Research has shown that dance has social-emotional benefits. When we communicate with our bodies, we are not expected to make sense of things. We just move, and this movement taps into deeper, more primal feelings. Read more.

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An Open Letter To My Child's Teacher

by Ashley Patek on May 11 2020

For months, every morning, I sent my child off to school to be in your care. I entrusted you with my heart as he walked into your classroom. I handed him off to you, woman to woman, knowing that for the next several hours, it would be you that he looked up to, watched, and absorbed. Now, here we are, in this unusual time of staying home. He no longer takes a seat in your classroom, yet he is still in your class.

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A Mother’s Love: I Hope You Always Know

by Guest Author on May 09 2020

A mother shares her perspective of Motherhood. No matter the doubt, or her questions of being enough, there is one thing she knows for sure, "despite all my questions, my immeasurable love for you is not one of them."

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You Are My Reason: A Mother's Poem For Her Daughter

by Guest Author on May 06 2020

"Even though you are the reason I wake through the night, you are the reason I wake in the morning." A sleep-deprived mother's poem to her baby girl.

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National Nurses Day: Celebrating A Work Of Heart

by Ashley Patek on May 05 2020

National Nurses Day is celebrated annually on May 6th, providing an opportunity to thank nurses for the contributions they offer daily to serve the health and well-being of others, and to educate the public about the important role nurses play in our lives.

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15 Ways To Make This Mother’s Day A Day To Remember

by Ashley Patek on May 01 2020

With families staying home due to social distancing, we created a list of 15 unique ways to bring connection to this year's Mother's Day.

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Social Distancing Impact on Children

by Ashley Patek on Apr 27 2020

We share parents' top concerns and frustrations about their children’s behaviors during this time of staying home, and tools for navigating regression and other stress responses.

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Homeless Families In The Age Of The Coronavirus

by Ashley Patek on Apr 22 2020

Read about how the coronavirus is affecting the homeless population and what we can do to help.

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4 Guiding Principles for Parents Teaching From Home

by Alex Petrou on Apr 15 2020

Four tips to help parents create meaningful and effective in-home learning opportunities during the pandemic.

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How to Handle Sibling Rivalry During Quarantine

by Ashley Patek on Apr 09 2020

In a time of social distancing, tension can elevate between siblings. These 7 tips can help to tame sibling rivalry during quarantine.

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To the Single Mamas and Papas During the Coronavirus

by Ashley Patek on Apr 05 2020

Parenthood is hard, especially during these unique times of social distancing, quarantine, forced homeschooling, wiping down our groceries, etc. To our single parent friends, we see you, we celebrate you, and we have got your back!

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Positive Affirmations are Helping Kids

by Ashley Patek on Mar 26 2020

These printable mantra bracelets are a great way for parents to share comforting and empowering mantras with children as young as age two on up. Because when we feel worthy and loved, we respond as if we are worthy and loved. And when we feel powerless and not enough, we respond as if we are powerless and not enough.

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Who Needs a Laugh?

by Ashley Patek on Mar 20 2020

In the face of COVID-19, Generation Mindful spreads some light-hearted humor with a post for parents that went viral.

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