The use of humour to create close family bonds and diffuse unpleasant situations has saved us as parents many times from doing or saying things we might have regretted and making a bad situation even worse! My husband and I have raised two boys. Being […]
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Triggered!
Trauma is definitely at the forefront of my reading and research these days. During this pandemic and horrific racism, I feel like a tidal wave of emotion is hitting me. The intense feelings are like ghosts in my body: fright, flight and freeze. As I […]
Setting the Stage
This pandemic is creating a new reality for parents and their children, which may be challenging. Parents need their children to be more independent. Children need their parent’s attention more than ever. Let’s set the stage for success. I have already suggested setting a schedule […]
How To Set A Daily Schedule
Ask everyone involved what activities are important during the day—for example, meal times, chores, work responsibilities, downtime, etc. Set priorities, including fun! Decide how and where the schedule will be communicated. There are so many ways to do this: a list on the counter, a […]