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Monthly Archives: March 2015

The truth about your preschooler’s lies
29 Mar 2015

The truth about your preschooler’s lies

by judy | posted in: About You, About Your Kids | 0

“Who took all of my jewelry out of the box?… and who stole my necklace!?” Your 3 ½ year old looks up at you and straight out says… “I don’t know.” Your jewelry is scattered all over your bedroom. Your … Continued

Tiaras and tutus: What to do if your kid wants to dress up like a princess
22 Mar 2015

Tiaras and tutus: What to do if your kid wants to dress up like a princess

by judy | posted in: About Your Kids | 0

True or false. Dressing up like a princess turns you into a passive, weak, objectified, underpaid person. I think the answer is false. As a mom, I was always reinforcing to my daughter and son that women are strong and … Continued

Parental Judgement: are you guilty?
15 Mar 2015

Parental Judgement: are you guilty?

by judy | posted in: About You, About Your Kids | 0

“NOOO!” He let out a huge loud, full bodied howl of objection. There was no way he was leaving the store when he was in the middle of such a great experience… The other day a regular customer was getting … Continued

Daylight Savings Time: more light, more outdoor fun, and more crankiness
8 Mar 2015

Daylight Savings Time: more light, more outdoor fun, and more crankiness

by judy | posted in: About You, About Your Kids | 0

You wouldn’t think that one hour would make that much difference, but it does. I promised myself that this year I’d be prepared for Daylight Savings Time. I’d go to bed a little earlier every day for the week before. … Continued

Childbirth PTSD: identifying the causes and symptoms of birth trauma
1 Mar 2015

Childbirth PTSD: identifying the causes and symptoms of birth trauma

by judy | posted in: About You | 0

“How was your birth?” You were probably asked about it often after your baby was born. You probably think about it often. I’m sure you remember -vividly – every birth you have had. I have found that most women, be … Continued

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