I was browsing through a website for Moms the other day, and saw this posted by someone. It was such a great reminder of how much the little things matter. These are things that may be easily pushed aside in the hectic busyness of our lives, but oh how I hope to be this kind of parent! [click to continue…]
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Children love the lights, music, gifts and wonder of Christmas. What can be more challenging is getting them to appreciate all-day family gatherings, boring work parties, and obligatory holiday functions that are not necessarily kid friendly. Here are some tips that can help you prepare them for success as they learn their holiday social skills early! [click to continue…]
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One of the most difficult parenting tasks, according to parents who are willing to share, is knowing how to handle teenagers. They are still children, needing guidance and boundaries, yet are yearning for more freedom and independence. It is a delicate balance for parents and teens, and a potentially rewarding relationship if handled effectively. [click to continue…]
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I spent four days in Sacramento last week at the International Association for Play Therapy Conference. It was so encouraging to be surrounded by hundreds of people who believe in the power or play and the ability children possess to heal themselves. As exciting and informative as it was, it was my first time away from my son (who just turned two) for more than eight hours. So, in an effort to make the trip easier for both of us, my husband and I worked diligently to prepare him and educate him about the process. Here are my suggestions: [click to continue…]
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Previous to becoming a full-time Mom, Brenna ran a highly successful Child Therapy Private Practice. Brenna has been blogging and writing articles on Parenting since 2006, and is currently getting her PhD from the University of South Florida.
Brenna is a member of the National Association for Play Therapy
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