Starting school can be an exciting time for kids and their families! It can also sometimes be frightening as kids are getting ready to experience a new environment and don’t know what to expect. This can be completely normal; we can all get nervous in new situations. There are a few things that you …
Your Own Worst Critic It’s 9:00 p.m. The house is finally quiet. You think back on the morning rush, the spilled cereal, the tantrum before school, the moment you lost your patience. A thought slips in: “I’m a bad parent.” If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone — you’re human. Every parent has moments of …
You’re Doing Better Than You Think: How to Calm Your Inner Parenting Critic Read More »
There are a lot of parents who dread bedtime. The reasons behind this are endless! It can be that your child doesn’t get tired and is very active, even at night. Or maybe your child doesn’t want to turn off the television or their tablets. Or no matter how many times you tell them that …
Some of my favorite memories from my childhood include when my mother would sing me to sleep. I can still remember those songs and the peace I felt. I also remember the songs she played in the car and around the house. Eventually, I was able to start making my own music as I began …
Cleaning bedrooms, loading the dishwasher, clearing the counter, walking the dog. Chores can look different from family to family, but they seem to be a universal experience for families all around the world. And while they may be the means by which homes stay tidy and parents stay sane, chores also hold great significance in …
I’d had quite a long day during this particular shift as a Registered Behavior Technician. We call this specific day at work “Wacky Wednesdays,” because for some odd reason, our precious kiddos will always do the most exciting things halfway through the week. The young boy that I’m working with has been very energetic all …
Zen for Little Ones: A Guide to Teaching Mindfulness Read More »
Escaping to the store without at least one child in tow is quite the task. As a parent, there have been many, many times when I have been at the store with one or more of my kids. The experience I wish to share with you changed me and the way I raised my children, …
Divorce or separation can be a difficult situation, both emotionally and logistically, for parents to navigate. Parents also have the added responsibility of making their children feel loved and cared for during this difficult time. Telling Your Children Telling your children that you and your spouse are getting a divorce is not an easy task. …
Everyone has their own postpartum journey, and we’re all just trying to figure out what works best for us. I recently had my first baby in February, and it truly has been the most rewarding experience to learn how to be the best mom for him. Along the way, I realized there were a few …
“Alright, one more story and then it’s bedtime!” These words can be heard echoing through the mouths of all tired parents, longing for bed, but ultimately being compelled into reading just one more book to sleepy-eyed children. But those extra books could be the difference between a child’s academic flourishing or failure. Reading to children …
From Bedtime Stories to Bachelor’s Degrees: The benefits of reading to your children Read More »
©2023 United Way of Utah County
