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Kids in public: Good news about bad behaviour
12 Apr 2015

Kids in public: Good news about bad behaviour

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

The theatre was packed. There were hyped up kids everywhere. Nearly 300 little “Royals” were on hand to attend the Prince and Princess Dress Up Party at the Civic Theatre. (our wonderful community owned movie theatre created the event around … Continued

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

Child Development Stages: Keep your little one on track without pushing
22 Feb 2015

Child Development Stages: Keep your little one on track without pushing

by judy | posted in: About Your Kids | 0

He was crying bitterly. He was stomping his feet. He would not take off his boots. Or his jacket. He wanted to go home right now. He was being….very 3, and he did not want to be there. This morning … Continued

A toilet is a toilet is a toilet. Unless you’re a toddler.
2 Feb 2015

A toilet is a toilet is a toilet. Unless you’re a toddler.

by judy | posted in: About Your Kids | 0

“He never sits still”, the Mom said sounding exhausted. “ I’m constantly running after him.” “And,” I said. “You never get to sit down.” “Right” she said. “I thought it would get easier once he started walking. But I’m more … Continued

Read to Me! How to teach your kid to be a good reader
2 Feb 2015

Read to Me! How to teach your kid to be a good reader

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

Can you imagine living in a society where reading wasn’t allowed?Throughout history, dictators and religious extremists have used any means possible to prevent children, especially girls, from going to school and learning to read.To those extremists etc, preventing citizens from … Continued

Is sleep training right for your baby?
9 Jan 2015

Is sleep training right for your baby?

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

Are you a good baby? No, that’s not a typo. It’s a real question. And you probably don’t get asked it very much. I was listening to a continuing education webinar today, about Infant Sleep Training Programs, and the instructor … Continued

When things don’t go according to plan, sing Jingle Bells
16 Dec 2014

When things don’t go according to plan, sing Jingle Bells

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

It was truly breathtaking! The Nutcracker performance was being shown on the Big Screen at the Capitol Theatre to an audience packed with families. Kids of all ages were there. Everyone was captivated and enchanted. And then…the computerized projector froze. … Continued

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