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11/06/2022

Sometimes we need a reminder to get back to the basics 🙌🌎💗

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07/16/2022

The struggle is real, saying no and following through. This visual is a great way to understand the Conscious Discipline approach of DNA.

1. Describe: “Your face looks like this” (demonstrate the expression)
2. Name: “You look angry”(sad)
3. Acknowledge: “you really wanted a cookie right now.”

By providing the acknowledgment you a showing empathy and validating their feelings, even on something so simple as a cookie.

When you get hit with the “No” reaction ❤️

04/13/2022

Yes to Choices!

Helpful articles about using choices with preschoolers -

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/joyful-parenting/201602/5-guidelines-giving-kids-choices

https://extension.psu.edu/programs/betterkidcare/early-care/tip-pages/all/giving-children-choices

Thanks to www.KidsMasterSkills.com for the graphic

04/06/2022

Want to incorporate math and science in your celebration of the young child and have something good to eat? Check out https://cookingwithkids.org/, A great resource with how to videos and multicultural recipes to try.

04/04/2022

Celebrating the Week of the Young Child with Music Monday

Check out the Walt Disney World’s JAMMiters You tube video “Voices from Home: Everything is an Instrument.” Be inspired to find your own Jam around your house. Post your video or pics below.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tlORXyYWo0E

03/17/2022

If you have not signed up for this amazing program do it now you will not regret it!

OhioImaginationLibrary.org

Lucky us, the Imagination Library is available at not cost to families here in Ohio! 🍀✨

After enrolling, your child will be mailed one age appropriate book each month until their 5th birthday!

03/04/2022

Kinship -Adoption Conference
March 26, 2022
10:00am-2:00pm

KINSHIP - ADOPTION CONFERENCE
March 26th, 2022

For more information or to register by phone contact Aubrie Patch at (937)789-4108

register here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kinship-adoption-conference-registration-227020714067

12/07/2021

Check out how everyday experiences can boost your child’s emotional health!

The recent safety concerns and ickiness with inappropriate content on Youtube Kids serve as a great reminder that while screen time when approached with intentionality and moderation is fine- a big drawback is that it threatens to pull kids away from the activities that are pivotal for healthy social and emotional development.

Sometimes we need a reminder to get back to the basics because REAL LIFE is the best place to learn how to live in REAL LIFE🙌🌎💗
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10/21/2021

Head Start and Early Head Start programs provide free learning and development services to children ages birth to 5 from low-income families.

Learn how to apply to a Head Start program near you here: https://buff.ly/2IL3Hoy

10/20/2021

10/11/2021

Understanding the difference between punishment and discipline can help guide us towards more effective parenting. This explains why.

10/07/2021

More proof children retain everything you say and do. I just love this!
https://vm.tiktok.com/ZM81QBtt9/

10/01/2021

A child not listening during lessons does not necessarily mean they are being disrespectful - children are often extra sensitive to internal and external environments which can impact their ability to listen.

Credit to: Heidi and Me. Our Neurodiversity Journey. https://www.facebook.com/114543456599026/posts/582318959821471/?d=n

GenMindful.com | Raising An Emotionally Healthy World

09/22/2021

What to say and do during a meltdown:
1. Get closer
2. Get lower
3. Keep words to a minimum
4. Breathe

Join us to create a plan that works for you and your family during our FREE workshop: www.meltdownmastery.com

08/23/2021

Read these tips from Our Mama Village about raising well-mannered children without forcing them to say please and thank you

08/17/2021

If we want our children to grow into happy, healthy, successful adults, first we need to give them the space and support to be children ❤️

08/13/2021

Going back to basics and resharing one of my favorite SPD graphics...

Many people have kids with Sensory Processing Disorder and don't know there's a reason for their behaviors (and many adults have it and don't know... that was me a few years ago!)

So... here's a post explaining it a little bit.

***Note that SPD is complicated and can look different in every person who has it. This graphic shows some ways it can manifest... it is not exhaustive and it's important to note that many who have SPD exhibit a mix of responses from both sides.***

Image credit:

08/11/2021

We work with a lot of preschoolers but we never forget about our babies! If you have or work with a fussy baby, try massaging these pressure points. Let us know if it worked for you!