There's nothing like bringing baby home. Although that time is filled with excitement, love, and lots of little outfits, the changes that happen in those first few weeks can be truly overwhelming. When we brought our first child home, they were the most challenging weeks of my life. But, we survived and even thrived during that time. I couldn't have predicted that my daughter would refuse to continue reading...
Magic Love Notes: Secret Messages for Kids When a Parent is Away
Hi There! This morning we dropped my husband off at the airport. He'll be gone for five days at a conference. It may not seem like a long trip to you, or perhaps it does, but the length of time doesn't matter for a child - they almost always miss their parents. I knew it was going to be hard for my daughter to have him away, so my husband took five minutes to make these magic love notes for continue reading...
4 Reasons to Bring Magic into Your Home
I love to work with preschoolers. They are imaginative, creative, and energetic! At times, those traits can be daunting, especially for parents who have stressors above and beyond our kids. But, I’ve learned that working with kids instead of against them can make my life easier, even fun. Magical thinking is part of your child’s development, and this is how I use a little magic in my continue reading...