After having a baby, new parents often feel like they are under a microscope. Well intentioned people may offer advice or ask personal questions that can leave parents feeling incapable and contribute to the risk of postpartum depression and anxiety. Here are some tips for what to avoid when talking to a new parent, ESPECIALLY...
Are you getting ready to head back to work and feeling anxious about finding the right childcare for your family? First of all, you should know that every family’s needs and priorities are different with regard to when and if they choose to stay home with their child or children part-time, full-time, or enter full...
We live in a social world If there is any time this has been more apparent to us, it is the present. As we continue to socially distance, many people find themselves getting creative in how they connect with one another whether that is through video chats online, walks together outside at a safe distance,...
Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house not a creature was stirring… except for your child. Having trouble getting your child to go to bed and stay in bed? You are not alone! Most parents can relate to the battle of getting their child to sleep when they do. You have likely...
With Valentines Day coming right up! Take the time to rekindle your relationship with one of these date night ideas: Plan a special meal together cooking one another’s favorite foods Create a scavenger hunt from items or landmarks that are significant to your relationship Volunteer together at a local food pantry or nursing home Dance to...
Thank you to all who participated in the Positive Discipline: New Beginnings workshop series! Your courage to be vulnerable with other parents and encourage one another truly enriched the group. Spring is coming! In this season of budding growth, take some time to think about the family traditions that will keep your family joy blooming....
Dear Resilient Parents, At this time, it is hard to keep your kids entertained and stay connected as a family! Here are some tips to help you support your children in reducing boredom and keep your family strong. 1. When your child comes to you feeling bored, recognize it as an opportunity to help them...
Working from home while raising a family can sometimes feel overwhelming. You want your children to feel loved and meet their needs while they are home with you… BUT You also don’t want to lose your job that provides you with the money to meet your children’s needs. What do you do? If this internal...
Every parent who has had more than one child knows that every baby is different. One baby sleeps peacefully through the night and eats whenever it is fed, while another baby screams when it is put down and becomes fussy at mealtime. Babies are born with their own unique temperament, a building block of personality....
In Colorado, there have been a lot of wild fires this year and our trusted fire men and women have been working on overtime to put them out. This SPARKED the question (pun intended)… How do we put out fires?? Well, the first step is identifying the cause. If the arsonist keeps lighting fires, it...
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