The ages between 12 - 15 are an interesting time for our children. They are growing up in so many ways. Not a kid, but not an adult. They don’t have their license, so they don’t have the freedom to run. Hormones, puberty, and everything else...
Mental Health
5 Ways To Reflect During This UNEXPECTED TIME
How are you and your children doing during this unexpected time? Examining your family life gives you perspective and the ability to mark your achievements and address your challenges. Reflecting on live empowers you to grow.
Letting Your Child Fail is Difficult!
Letting your child fail is difficult. But it creates self confidence in them and provides confidence in you as the parent.
Preparing For Back to School 2020
Are you stressed about Back to School this year? Is preparing for the unknown a daunting task? Let’s talk! In order to reduce stress, it helps to focus on things that are under your control. So much of the back to school decisions are out of your control. So, what can you control? I’ve found a good way to feel that you are in control is to make plans.
Separation Anxiety: What does it look like?
Separation Anxiety Is your child anxious about going back to school? Is separating from you difficult for your child? It might be at school, daycare, or another activity? It might be when you leave to go out shopping or for another reason. How do you know if it is...
Using Visuals To Support Learning
Visuals are pictures or images that help communicate activities or expectations. Visual images help children retrieve and remember information
Overwhelmed by Homeschooling and Working From Home? Are Emotions Running Wild?
by Lisa Reichelt, Parent Coach Are you feeling exhausted? Does life seem overwhelming right now? Is homeschooling the kids and working from home taking every ounce of your energy? You’re not alone. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic our whole society has had to make major...
Outdoor Free Play Is Important
Outdoor free play is one of the most natural and powerful modes of learning for children
Celebrate Your Child Being An Introvert
Celebrate your child being an introvert.
Help Your Child With Transitions
A timer can be useful for transitions. CHANGE CAN BE DIFFICULT FOR CHILDREN Change can be difficult for children. It might be a small change like transitioning from dinner to bedtime or a big change like moving to another school. Transitions happen everyday many...