Juggling household chores, meals, and kids’ emotional needs leaves little time for self-care or personal pursuits. But part-time daycare like the World Kids School, is a growing trend giving stay-at-home parents a lifeline and enriching their kids’ lives. Take a closer look at how part-time daycare can benefit both parents and kids while staying at…
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Unlocking the Emotional World of Kids and Why Teaching Them About Feelings Matters More Than You Think
We’ve all been there. That heart-clenching moment when your little one throws a tantrum in a grocery store, or the evening when they’re inconsolable because they’ve been excluded from a game. While it’s easy to chalk these moments up to ‘kids being kids,’ there’s a world of emotions swirling inside them that needs to be…
Embracing the Inevitable: Crucial Insights on End-of-Life Planning You Need to Know
Discussing end-of-life is taboo in most families. It’s an inevitable part of life, but talking about it can imply you’re attracting the thing you want to avoid. However, you must convince everyone to cooperate as this talk can help your loved one live their remaining days without worrying about what could happen after they’re gone….
I’m in Singapore so I’m Taking Two Weeks Off!
I’ll be in Singapore for the next two weeks so I won’t be posting here on my blog for a bit. I’ll be posting again starting August 14th. If you want to see what I’m up to, follow me on Instagram where I’ll be posting pics of the Supertree Grove featured in Food for the…
Pratt Accepted Students Day 2023
We drove up really early on a Saturday to make it to the 8 am start time at Pratt for Accepted Students Day. My husband is the hero for driving us at 5 am in the morning from Boston to Brooklyn. My son realized during the session that the major he signed up for, Art…
5 Techniques to Foster Effective Communication During Challenging Discussions With Your Kids
Parenting is a journey filled with heartwarming and happy moments, but there are also times when there are challenging conversations. Those discussions that touch on sensitive topics or complex issues require a unique approach to ensure open lines of communication and understanding. Consider the following techniques to help you properly have difficult conversations with your…
Renovations for Modern Parents: Enhancing Your Home with Family in Mind
There will come a time when you need to renovate your home, whether for a new member of your growing family or when ordinary day-to-day tasks become challenging. Renovation is a way to enhance your home for everyone in the family. Here are seven tips for any parent looking to improve their home with their…