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A calm-down corner isn’t about sending your child away.It’s about inviting them in—into safety, into connection, and int...
16/05/2025

A calm-down corner isn’t about sending your child away.
It’s about inviting them in—into safety, into connection, and into emotional regulation.

Big feelings are hard for little people. And when meltdowns happen, they don’t need punishment…
They need a plan.

A calm-down corner gives your child the message:
“You’re allowed to feel. You’re safe here. And I’ll help you through it.”

Swipe for how to set one up at home—step by step.
And remember: the goal isn’t quiet. It’s emotional safety.

Is screen time damaging? The short answer: it depends. What matters most isn’t the number of minutes—but what your child...
15/05/2025

Is screen time damaging? The short answer: it depends.

What matters most isn’t the number of minutes—but what your child is watching, how they’re engaging with it, and what it might be replacing.

Screens aren’t inherently harmful. They can be when they replace connection, quality time, regulation, play and learning. But- they can also offer calm connection, curiosity or even learning—when used with intention.

Instead of guilt, let’s focus on balance.
Instead of shame, let’s get curious together.

You’re not failing if you use screens sometimes. You’re human. And your child doesn’t need perfection—they just need you. So maybe it’s about finding the right educational content and using it as a tool for talking.

Swipe for a guilt-free perspective on screen time.
And save this for the next time you feel screen shame creeping in.

Please note this is one of many opinions on screen time and YOU must always do what is right for you and your family.

Your toddler is screaming in the middle of the supermarket. Eyes are on you. Your heart’s racing.What do you do?Here’s t...
09/05/2025

Your toddler is screaming in the middle of the supermarket. Eyes are on you. Your heart’s racing.
What do you do?

Here’s the truth: public tantrums aren’t parenting failures. They’re just your child having a hard time—with an audience.

You don’t need to stop the tantrum immediately. You just need to stay steady, connected, and clear.

Gentle doesn’t mean permissive. Firm doesn’t mean harsh.

You can hold the boundary and the child.

Swipe through for practical steps that help you stay calm, hold limits, and support your toddler through the storm.
And remember—you’re doing better than you think.

Sleep time struggles are not about difficulty sleeping. 💤
15/01/2025

Sleep time struggles are not about difficulty sleeping. 💤

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13/01/2025

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It’s giving David Goggins
30/12/2024

It’s giving David Goggins

What are your intentions for the new year? ♥️ #2025
30/12/2024

What are your intentions for the new year? ♥️ #2025

Carl Jung 🌱
16/08/2024

Carl Jung 🌱

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16/08/2024

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Under construction 🚧
02/08/2024

Under construction 🚧

Time for a new pair of lenses 😎
03/12/2023

Time for a new pair of lenses 😎

Thursday thoughts 💭 Instead of viewing children’s behavior as something that needs “fixing” we need to see it as a refle...
22/12/2022

Thursday thoughts 💭

Instead of viewing children’s behavior as something that needs “fixing” we need to see it as a reflection of what is going on inside them. If we can shift our perspective we can respond in ways that will preserve the relationship as well as model self regulatory behavior.

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