Mindful Parent

Deciding whether or not to let your child get a piercing can be a difficult decision. There are many pros and cons to consider, and it ultimately comes down to what you think is best for your child. In this blog post, we will discuss the pros and cons of piercings so that you can make an informed decision. We will also provide some tips on how to care for piercings so that … [Read more...] about Should Parents Let Kids Get Piercings

Do you ever feel like a referee when your kids are arguing? It can be tough to know when to step in and when to let them work it out on their own. In this blog post, we will discuss the best time to intervene during a sibling argument. We will also provide some tips for how to handle the situation if you do end up stepping in. Keep reading for more information. Should … [Read more...] about When to Step in During a Sibling Argument

If you're looking for a way to relax and de-stress, look no further than meditation apps! There are tons of different meditation apps available on Android, so it can be tough to find the one that's perfect for you. That's why we've compiled this list of the 10 best meditation apps for Android! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced meditator, there's sure to be an app on … [Read more...] about The Top 10 Meditation Apps for Android: Find the Perfect One for You

Do you feel like you and your spouse are constantly butting heads? Are you struggling to find a way to communicate better with each other? If so, don't worry – you're not alone. Communication is one of the most important aspects of any relationship, and it can be tough to get it right. In this blog post, we will discuss some tips for improving communication between spouses. … [Read more...] about How to Communicate Better with Your Spouse: The Ultimate Guide

Teenagers are well known for their drama because they are in the throes of puberty and developing autonomy. They can be moody, emotional, sensitive to criticism or praise. Because they are changing physically, mentally, and emotionally it is necessary that parents guide them through this time with support and encouragement. Listen to them, don't argue back. Your teens … [Read more...] about How to Handle Teen Drama

Parents everywhere are starting to realize that they're imperfect humans who aren't going to make all the right choices during their years as a parent. This realization hits different parents at different times, but eventually, we all realize that being a present parent is far more realistic than being a perfect parent. Being a present parent can be defined as being an … [Read more...] about Why Being a Present Parent is More Important Than Perfect

For many parents, this time of year is filled with excitement as they anticipate the New Year and all the new opportunities it brings. But as exciting as New Year's can be for kids, it can also be a bit overwhelming. So what can you do to help your child have a positive experience during the upcoming holiday season? Well, here are some tips for helping kids with New Year's … [Read more...] about Helping Kids With New Year’s Resolutions

There is no simple response to this question because there is such a diversity of parents and such a diversity of schools. The overall mission statement of each school reflects what parents want their children to learn in school. However, some schools do not have an overall mission statement and so one has to infer the mission from smaller pieces: examples include the name … [Read more...] about What Parents Want Their Children to Learn in School

We've all heard it, and we're sure you've said it to your spouse at one point: "I'm busy." It's an easy go-to explanation that we tend to use when our time is occupied with something else. And while we might be telling the truth about what we have going on, we're not saying the entire truth: If we were to stop and think about it, we likely could find a way to shuffle our … [Read more...] about How to Be More Mindful About your Spouse’s Needs

Knowing how to help your child express his feelings in a healthy way is one of the best things you can do for your child's mental health. By being aware of your children's feelings, you'll be able to recognize when they're not feeling good about themselves and give them tools that will help them get through difficult times.  The first step in knowing how to be … [Read more...] about How to be Aware of Your Child’s Feelings

Children are very impressionable. They are at the age where they are learning about communication through speech, so naturally, it is best to practice mindfulness when speaking around children. When teaching them things, try to use simple language that they will understand. Do not shout or speak harshly; remember that young ears are listening and your words will be … [Read more...] about Be Mindful of How you Speak Near Children

With so many different things filling the news these days, and social media being in the hands of most kids it's difficult for parents to keep up with current events. That's why it's even harder for parents to talk to kids about current events because we can barely keep up with everything ourselves. Today we wanted to share some tips to help you stay up to date with current … [Read more...] about How to Talk to Your Kids About Current Events

Communication is a two-way street. If you want to get through to your teen without getting eye rolls, shrugs, and monosyllabic grunts in response, then you need to learn how to talk with a teen. Usually, this isn't a big problem. You talk with your teen all the time, right? When you ask, "How was school?" and she says, "Fine." When you ask, "Are you hungry?" and he … [Read more...] about How to Talk to Your Teen Without Getting Eye Rolls

Communicating effectively with toddlers can be a challenge. If you don't know what to say or how to say it, they may become frustrated, and this could cause problems during your conversations. The following tips will help you communicate better with toddlers: Be Patient Toddlers are developing their language skills, so give them time to process information after they … [Read more...] about How to Communicate Effectively with Toddlers

It can be difficult to know what to do when you're a parent of an introverted child. That’s why this article is going to provide some helpful tips on how to help your kids become more outgoing. Encourage your children, even if it feels like a lost cause at times If you have an introverted child who seems unmotivated to socialize or speak up, keep in mind that everyone … [Read more...] about How to Help Your Kids be More Outgoing

We all get angry from time to time, but that doesn’t mean you have to lash out in anger at everyone. Today we’re going to share some tips that will help you cool off when you’re angry. These tips will ensure that you keep your relationships strong, even during those heightened emotional times together. When you’re angry all positive and rational thinking goes out the window. … [Read more...] about How to Cool Off When You’re Angry

While there is no medical definition for teen angst, it is much like a negative emotion such as anger or sadness. This feeling is not exactly depression, but it can appear to mimic such mental health illnesses. Today we are going to help you learn how to handle teenage angst in the most compassionate way. Understand the Feelings The first step to handle teenager angst … [Read more...] about How to Handle Teenage Angst

So many parents struggle with yelling less often at their kids. This is a normal response to a chaotic situation, yelling. Some people are just naturally more prone to yelling whereas others are quieter and poised in their response to kids. Many parents are wondering if yelling has become the new spanking and it doesn’t help anyone. If you tend to be a yeller but want to … [Read more...] about How to Yell Less as a Parent

Mindfulness is the art of being aware of your surroundings and being present in the moment as the moment happens. Mindfulness is something that many adults practice, but did you know that children can be taught mindfulness, too? It’s true! Today we’re sharing some of the ways mindfulness can help ADHD kids so that you can help your kids be more focused, present, and able … [Read more...] about How Mindfulness Can Help ADHD Kids

Being a mindful parent is all about being conscious of what your kids need and how your life is impacting the family. Since mindful parenting is becoming rather popular, we wanted to share more examples and the benefits of being a mindful parent with you. Mindful parenting is all about being present in the moment. You’ll be fully aware of what’s going on, how each person is … [Read more...] about Examples and Benefits of Being a Mindful Parent

If you’re struggling with being a mindful father then you’re going to love this post! Today we’re sharing some helpful tips for fathers out there in the world to be more mindful. Being mindful will help you strengthen the bond between you and your children, as well as you and your spouse. Be Curious Pause and start seeing the world through your children’s eyes. Be … [Read more...] about Tips to be a More Mindful Father

Being a fun mom is one of the best ways to increase your parent and child bond. Throughout the years your ability to connect with your child will become few and far between. During the younger years, the opportunities will be plentiful. During the teen years your child may have the desire to spend more time with friends, they may have a job and other duties that keep them … [Read more...] about Best Ideas to be a Fun Mom

One of the biggest challenges of being a parent is to remain present when your child is begging for your attention. It’s far too easy to be standing there listening to your kid and have your mind drift off to another place. This happens to the best of us but isn’t a very mindful way to parent. Today we’re sharing some tips to help you be more present as a parent. No more … [Read more...] about Ways to be More Present as a Parent

Toddlers have a knack for throwing tantrums. This normal part of child development typically occurs sometime after age 2 years. This means your little angel will wake up one day and be ready to argue about everything! Once your child reaches that lovely age of toddlerhood, it’s time to learn some mitigation hacks to keep the toddler tantrums at a minimum. Today we’re … [Read more...] about Hacks for Mitigating Toddler Tantrums

There’s much talk about positive affirmations for adults to be more mindful, but what about kids? Today we’re sharing some positive affirmations for kids. These affirmations will help inspire mindful, calm, and outgoing kids that grow into well-rounded adults. Using positive affirmations for kids will help strengthen your kids’ confidence, self-esteem, and ability to speak … [Read more...] about Positive Affirmations for Kids