For the first half of this past summer, I chose to do Mommy Camp which is an alternative option for summer camps and is done at home by mom. Even though I work throughout the year, I made sure to … [Read more...] about Juggling Parenthood
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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)
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?
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
Helpful Tips And Techniques For A Child That Can’t Sit Still
After parent-teacher meetings I usually get a flurry of phone calls from concerned parents. They've been told that their child just can't sit still. “My son’s teacher says he wriggles and twists … [Read more...] about Helpful Tips And Techniques For A Child That Can’t Sit Still
Three Things You Can Do To Accept Yourself As A Parent (Video)
No parent is perfect! In this brief video, Miriam Manela reminds us how important it is to accept ourselves. … [Read more...] about Three Things You Can Do To Accept Yourself As A Parent (Video)
12 Ways To Help Your Child Overcome Back-to-School Fears & Anxiety
Back-to-school fears and anxiety can occur at any age, especially when children are transitioning to a new school or new school building. Help your child cope with his or her fears with a variety of … [Read more...] about 12 Ways To Help Your Child Overcome Back-to-School Fears & Anxiety
How To Handle Carsickness In Children
Most families love that relaxed summertime feeling. Vacation, camp, and trips to the beach are everyone's favorites. But all those car rides can lead to carsickness in some children. Unfortunately, … [Read more...] about How To Handle Carsickness In Children