Kids and Parenting

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Emotional Health for New Dads - PPND
Have you heard of Paternal Postnatal Depression (PPND)? You probably haven’t because during the postnatal period, most people are focused on new moms – and rightly so, as they need a lot of support and love during this transitional time. What it is not known is that PPND is suffered by a new father (or father-to-be) during their partner’s pregnancy period or the first couple of months after the little one arrives. #PPND #postnataldepression #paternaldepression
21 Peaceful Parenting Mantras
Having a peaceful parenting mantra can change your day and life around for good. Adopt one of these 21 peaceful parenting mantras today.
3 Magic Words: Put an End to Child Nagging and Negotiating
Have you got a child who's nagging and negotiating all the time? Consider adding these 3 Magic Words to your arsenal of parenting tools today! Check out our mini-guide to find out how this positive parenting tool works, plus our look under the hood of one of the best parenting programs around. You've got this! #naggingchild #positiveparenting #positiveparentingtips #positiveparentingsolutions #positiveparentingtoddlers #positiveparentingdiscipline
Online Parenting Classes – The Top 30 Parenting Programs On the ‘Net
Parenting classes are great to build confidence in new parents, to help them better prepare for the birth of their baby. There are some specific skills you need to handle stressful situations as a parent, or even just to know how to raise your child in a positive manner. Here is our comprehensive guide to the top 30 online parenting classes which can be taken from the comfort of your own home and at your own pace! #onlineparentingclasses #freeparentingclassesonline
Sibling Age Gap: Does it matter?
"OMG, your kids are how far apart in age?" "Oh, were they an “oops?” "That must be terrible starting all over again." "I could never do that." Here are just a few of the fun and chatty conversation starters people like to talk to about when told that children are born many years apart. Discover the pros on cons of sibling age gaps by checking out our article! #siblingagegap #siblingagegaplarge
How Long Should Your Newborn Sleep?
Watching your baby sleep gives you a feeling of so much love and warmth. As a mom, you want nothing but the best for your newborn baby. Sleep is a crucial part for the first few months of your baby’s life; here are some tips to better understand a newborn baby's sleep cycle. #newbornsleep #babysleep
Middle Child Syndrome - What Is It?
The middle child in a family of three or more children is often said to be impacted by Middle Child Syndrome. It is thought that the behavior of their parents towards older and younger siblings leads to the middle child feeling excluded and misunderstood. Check out our article and video to learn more about middle child syndrome, what it is, the characteristics that come along with it, and how to handle it if you’re a parent. #middlechildsyndrome #middlechild #parentingtips
Using a Breast Pump to Induce Labor
Using a Breast Pump to Induce Labor. Did you know that nipple stimulation works effectively when you are trying to induce labor? In fact, this is an ancient technique that has been used for centuries. With your doctor's approval, using a breast pump to induce labor will work better if your cervix is already dilated and labor is about to start. #breastpump #inducelabor #breastpumpingtips #nipplestimulation
The Importance of Emotional Health for Moms: A Transition of a Lifetime
Will a child affect the way I live? Am I ready to have this baby? Will I be a good parent? How will I handle all of these new responsibilities? These are just some of the questions a woman asks herself when she finds out that she's pregnant. #newmoms #impregnant #emotionalhealth
Are You Raising a Praise Junkie? Praise vs. Encouragement
“Praise” and “Encourage” are often used interchangeably but there is a subtle, but very important, difference. Discover how these can greatly affect your child's mindset. As a bonus, we've come up with a little e-book with a selection of encouraging phrases and more information on how positive encouragement and praise can be used to foster a ‘growth mindset’ in your family life and in your children. So, are you raising a praise junkie? Check out our article to find out! #praisejunkie
How to Get Kids to Clean up on Their Own
Empower your toddlers and preschoolers to be able to clean up after themselves and put away their own toys with these simple tips and tricks! You’ll love the proud smiles.
Helicopter Parenting: 10 Warning Signs
We all want the best for our children. In the process, do you find yourself solving every problem your child has? Do you do all the talking for them? Do you worry about them excessively? If you've answered a quick "Yes" to these three questions, then you might have the signs of a helicopter parent. Check out our list of warning signs and grab some handy tips on how to ease up on the parenting controls. #helicopterparenting #parentingtips #kidsandparenting
Top 5 Children's Books to Get for Christmas
Finding children's books to get for Christmas as stocking stuffers or Christmas gifts opens up new worlds. Sometimes the interest in toys fades quickly, but I've found that the love of books is long-lasting and passed down from child to child. I've rounded up a few of our long-time favorite children's books along with some new discoveries to give you a head start on gifts for the holidays! #BooksForKids #ChristmasGiftIdeas
3 Magic Words: Put an End to Child Nagging and Negotiating
Have you got a child who's nagging and negotiating all the time? Consider adding these 3 Magic Words to your arsenal of parenting tools today! Check out our mini-guide to find out how this positive parenting tool works, plus our look under the hood of one of the best parenting programs around. You've got this! #naggingchild #positiveparenting #positiveparentingtips #positiveparentingsolutions #positiveparentingtoddlers #positiveparentingdiscipline
10 Ways Your Life Changes After Having a Baby - The Peaceful Nest
Ever wondered what really happens when you become a first-time mom? Let's share some truths in my latest blog post. Curious? Let's dive in.