If you’re anything like I was as a new mother, you’re probably worried about your child’s diet. Lord knows I was — but with good reason! My first son was a VERY fussy eater. It seemed like he’d exist on nothing by crackers and milk for days at a time! His diet became a bit of an obsession for me … Read More
How To Argue In Front Of Your Kids (If You Must)
Unfortunately, having arguments with the people we love is just a part of life. Some couples are loud and passionate, and some just give each other the cold shoulder when they’re upset. Fights and disagreements are a normal part of any healthy relationship, but when there are kids involved it’s important to fight fair. Fighting can become even more common … Read More
How NOT To Be The Parent Who Does It All
We live in a generation where men are far more involved in most aspects of raising the kids than they were during our childhoods… or our parent’s childhoods. Sure, there are always exceptions, and there are certainly single dads, but historically it was usually the mom providing most of the day-to-day care, especially with newborns and babies. These days a … Read More
Is Co-Sleeping Dangerous For Your Baby?
There’s no way to sugar coat it: SIDS is truly is a parent’s worst nightmare. I remember worrying to the point where I got up several times a night to check on my first son while he was sleeping. I was exhausting myself, and finally I had to sit down and come to terms with my fear. It is scary, … Read More
How To Get Your Toddler To Try New Foods
Toddlers are notorious for saying no. They don’t want to stop playing when you call them, they don’t want the TV turned off, they don’t want to get dressed, go to bed, share their toys…the list goes on and on. Most parents of toddlers figure out pretty early on that pushing them will only make them resist more, which makes … Read More
“I hate this!”
My friend Janice had just placed a bowl of macaroni and cheese in front of her 4-year-old (after he’d already refused to eat the peanut butter sandwich she’d originally made for his lunch), when he looks at her with tears in his eyes and — before he even tastes it — says to her: “I hate this!” If you can … Read More
Why You Don’t Want To Be Your Child’s Best Friend
A friend of mine has a preteen daughter. They are joined at the hip, and the mother lets her stay up late and watch movies that aren’t appropriate for her age and lets her wear clothes that are too revealing. She allows her to eat lots of junk food and buys her whatever she wants. She rarely says no to … Read More
“sanity-saving” trick for parents
If you’re the parent of a child who seems to be “hooked” on sugary treats or other junk food, this little trick is going to save your sanity. But be warned: You’ll probably think I’m crazy when you first read it! Why? Well for one thing, I’m going to tell you to give your child whatever kind of junk food … Read More
Are you a helicopter parent?
The term “helicopter parent” has popped up a lot lately in parenting circles. It was first coined by Dr. Haim Ginott in his 1969 book Parents & Teenagers. He was quoting teens he had interviewed who claimed their parents hovered over them like a helicopter. Since then, the term has become a catch-all for overprotective, controlling, or perfectionist parents. So what … Read More
About Becoming A Certified Sleep Sense Consultant
Last month, an amazing group of 12 women came together here in Florida to train for new careers as Certified Sleep Sense Consultants. At the end of our last day together — after I had left the room — my cameraman (Tyler) asked them how they were feeling: I have to say, I was very touched by this! And I … Read More