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How to NOT Raise a People-Pleaser Child or be One Yourself

None of us start our parenting journey with the objective to raise a people pleasing child. But often, our good-intentioned desire to raise kind and grateful humans can lead to raising kids who often ignore their own needs or do unhealthy things to make others like them, including us as parents. Now, most of us […]

9 Ways to Fix Sibling Rivalry for Good

Ahhhh, sibling rivalry. There is nothing quite like it. All at once, it can bring a home’s atmosphere down and spark chaos. ”He stole my lightsaber.” “Those toys are mine!” “He’s looking at me funny.” As a mom of two young kids, I can tell you that nothing puts a damper on the day like […]

9 Logical Responses For When Your Child Has a Meltdown or Tantrum

One of the most challenging parts of parenting is that your kids will experience some big emotions which sometimes translate to meltdowns and tantrums that involve screaming, hitting, wailing, biting, or worse. And how you deal with your child’s tantrums will not only build trust in your relationship with them, but it will establish an […]

Characteristics of a Healthy Family

When one can nurture and protect a family unit, they will be investing in the mental and physical well-being of their children as well as their own. Find out what you can implement daily to build an unbreakable bond with your family.

5 Children’s Books You’ve Never Heard of About Race and Diversity (From Pre-K to Teen)

Are you looking for some children’s books to help teach your kids about race: Multiculturalism, racial equality, and diversity? Whether you have a pre-schooler, elementary, grade school, tween, or teen, this list covers ALL the bases, and is a great way to integrate cultural and racial equality and awareness in your home and parenting. This […]