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Just because parents know what we should do doesn't always mean it's what we want to do or that it's even the best thing to do. I keep making this mistake and I'm totally okay with it.

The one parenting mistake I make over and over again (and I won’t stop!)

Our newest tool in our toolbox for dealing with big emotions is hugging. How long do you think you hug someone? Did you know that hugging can make you feel better?

Hugging it out is the best offense and our favorite way of dealing with big emotions

Teaching kids about self-care is sometimes easier than it is for us adults to practice it. Learn how to talk to them about the importance of it and then begin modeling it yourself!

Teaching kids how to recharge and practice self-care

Are you in need of boredom busters? Here are 20 engaging things to do when you are stuck in the house.

Boredom Busters! 20 engaging things to do when you are stuck in the house

Are you having trouble getting your kids to part with their artwork? It's a process that needs to be taught and I'll be honest, it isn't easy. Here's how you can start.

Teaching your child to part with their artwork & school projects

Is the thought of storing your kids' artwork stressful? If you don't know where to start, here are 4 great ways.

4 ways to display your child’s artwork

It's hard for kids to get outside in the cold winter months. Here's the one thing we do to help them burn off their energy.

How we burn off energy in the cold winter months

Want to get your kids to pack their own lunch? Teach them how to! It's empowering for them and they'll take ownership in it.

Teaching kids to pack their own school lunch

Sexual abuse in children occurs more often than we'd like to think. Talking to your kids about the difference between appropriate and inappropriate touching is crucial. How do you talk to your children about appropriate and inappropriate touching? You start here...

Talking to Children about Appropriate vs Inappropriate Touching

Every day kids are faced with the opportunity to be the boss of their own bodies. This is one example of how we let our child set that boundary while getting shots.

“I don’t want to get shots.”

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Kristina Grum is a Certified Parent Educator who has over a decade of experience working with children, including being a classroom teacher. She currently teaches parenting classes in her local area and writes about shifting parenthood from barely surviving to thriving. Read More…

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