How to Make Your Child feel Heard When children are experiencing conflict or dealing with difficult emotions, one of the best ways to support them directly is through active listening. Active listening involves engaging fully with someone by following their lead, using non-verbal communication, and encouraging them to talk. It can be helpful to maintain an empathetic, non-verbal attitude while […]
How to prepare your child for a successful start to school Kindergarten can be just as scary for parents as it can be for adults. Just know that you have been preparing your child for this since they were born. I have now put four kids through kindergarten. Yes, I too had some apprehension as I put my youngest […]
I’m sure you’ve heard people talking about The Instant Pot. The reviews are mixed, and I would love to give you the good, the bad and the ugly on The Instant Pot and why it’s one of my most used kitchen appliances. The Instant Pot (TIP) is an electrical pressure cooker or a Crock Pot on steroids. Can it do […]