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One of the biggest challenges parents face as they learn & implement positive parenting strategies is letting go of the old school punishment mindset that seems to scream at us: “In order to make our kids behave better, we must first make them feel worse”. Over the last decade, I have helped families leave behind a discipline mindset and build effective, compassionate & grace-filled discipline toolkits instead. I can tell you with complete certainty that compassionate ... [Read More]
When I became pregnant with my first daughter I was overjoyed. I imagined shopping for tiny baby clothes and preparing an adorable nursery. I did not envision my head in a toilet bowl battling near-constant nausea and vomiting. Unfortunately, this became my reality for much of my first, second and third pregnancy. If you are reading this I assume you are dealing with this not so glamorous side effect of pregnancy. I’m sorry, I understand how difficult this can be to deal with and I am going to ... [Read More]
Summer has officially arrived and our bucket lists are filled with endless adventures and ideas to keep the kiddos happy, healthy, thriving and busy. If you haven’t yet added some nature art to your list, you’ll want to do it now and then hit the craft store because these easy rock painting ideas will have the whole family crafting and smiling for hours on end. Luckily, Today on Rookie Moms, our nature loving mama, Sarah Kurliand shares with us some easy ways to get the whole family outside ... [Read More]
Kindness is a virtue that we all strive for. It is a positive way of interacting with others while also keeping our own spirits high. One way to spread kindness, or even just to remind us how to be kind, is by starting each day or week, with a kindness quote. By doing this with children, we can help make their days better and have something to remind them to think about. We have put together a list of 50 kindness quotes for kids that will surely brighten your day and theirs. 50 Kindness ... [Read More]
Finding ways to keep your tot occupied can feel like a full-time job. Being cooped up indoors is especially difficult for little ones. They tend to get a little bored and sometimes whiny! An impromptu afternoon indoors doesn’t have to be boring. When your toddler starts to get a little stir crazy and needs some action, try out this awesome list of indoor activities for toddlers. Get creative, act silly and let imagination run wild. PSA, remember to supervise your child, especially when your ... [Read More]
You’ve probably heard that children learn best through play, and this is certainly true for babies. Sensory play, in particular, is important because it helps babies’ brains develop. As a parent, it’s gratifying to watch your baby discover new sights, sounds, colors, and textures and learn about the world around them. If you’re looking for ways to engage your baby, give the activities below a try! Our list contains 15 ideas of sensory play for babies for their first year and a ... [Read More]
