There can be nothing as frustrating as having to get your over-the-top hyper child to calm down, or to motivate your tired child to his/her homework. When we need to get our child moving on to the … [Read more...] about Transitioning Made Easy with Rhythm & Metronome
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How To Achieve Your Dreams
You are obviously fueled by an intense purpose: to become a world-class mom. But what is a world-class mother? Research shows that being a perfect mother or at least our version of a perfect mother … [Read more...] about How To Achieve Your Dreams
Repairing The Parent-Child Bond (For HUMAN Parents Only)
Have you ever felt momentarily overwhelmed, annoyed, or angry and raised your voice at your child? If the answer is no, you are some kind of web-crawling bot, not a real-live human parent, and … [Read more...] about Repairing The Parent-Child Bond (For HUMAN Parents Only)
Signs Of Stress In Children
Can you tell if your child is stressed? What does stress in children look like? Does it look different from stress in adults? You are probably familiar with common signs of stress and anxiety … [Read more...] about Signs Of Stress In Children
Video: Can Demanding Children Become More Flexible?
In this talk filmed at the Thrive OT sensory gym, occupational therapist Miriam Manela talks about helping children who have "fits" when things don't go their way, learn to be more flexible. (Scroll … [Read more...] about Video: Can Demanding Children Become More Flexible?
Omi’s Attachment Theory: 6 Tips For Bonding With Your Child
Just last night I was talking to a friend who asked me how Omi is doing. Sadly, I had to tell her of my grandmother’s passing almost three weeks ago, just shy of 100 years old. She was a regal woman … [Read more...] about Omi’s Attachment Theory: 6 Tips For Bonding With Your Child
The Child Expert’s Secret
You are a parent who is also a teacher, child psychologist, pediatric social worker, therapist, or other type of pediatric expert. You've studied, trained and have done successful work with … [Read more...] about The Child Expert’s Secret
High Energy Kids Meet Low Energy Moms
It’s a fact: Even a mom who has tons of energy can appear tortoise-like when compared to her child. Imagine your nine-year old is kicking the furniture—hard. Or your five year-old is riding his … [Read more...] about High Energy Kids Meet Low Energy Moms
Parenting Workshop For Moms (Video)
If you haven't yet been able to attend Miriam's workshops, here's an excerpt from a recent parenting talk for Headstart. Miriam gives a variety of helpful strategies to deal effectively with … [Read more...] about Parenting Workshop For Moms (Video)