Can assisting your kids with tooth brushing help with academic achievement? Van Orenstein, DMD Board Certified Pediatric Dentist And the answer is: Absolutely! According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, caries — the process which causes dental cavities — is the most common chronic disease of childhood in the US. By the time they enter kindergarten, 40% of children have had at least one cavity. Not only is it crucial for overall…
Imagine feeling confident that the parenting decisions you are making daily are in line with your family’s values! Parent-Solutions coaching is a uniquely personal way to support yourself in the day to day as you raise your children. Working with a Parent-Solutions coach will help you discover what is currently working in your family and build on this, evaluating the systems you have in place and helping create a plan of action to attain the…
Are you looking for educational media for your child this summer? If you’re going to be travelling and need something to keep your youngster busy, there are options out there that are both informative and enjoyable. Read below for some online resources. Sprout and PBS Parents & Kids have games, activities, and streamable shows. There are some great documentaries out there for your child’s enjoyment and learning. Check out the following lists for some inspiration: Great…
Hi All, Can you believe summer is coming to an end and another school year is about to begin? Having a lot of mommy followers and clients, we know the true level of stress that “back to school preparation” can really amount to. While you’ll probably sleep better at night knowing you don’t have to entertain the kids for another hot and long summer day, the school routine can be just as much work…so much…
Sadly, beach time is over and this means it’s time for Back-To-School madness! The process can be overwhelming for many children and parents, though often more so for the parents. In my work, I’ve witnessed many families dispose of paperwork and unwanted items simply by stuffing them into bins, and storing them out of sight in the attic or the basement. Eventually, these bins pile up and the next thing you know, your once empty…
High school seniors aren’t adults yet but colleges will treat them like they are. It’s a wake-up call for parents of the college-bound to get themselves and their children ready for their upcoming parent-adult child relationship. Lots of changes are coming and this new family dynamic is developing the same time students are entering the college admission process. It’s easy for families to be overwhelmed by the looming cost and staggering college prep to-do list.…
Kids need outdoors time. This is a fact that parents know all too well, and studies show it to be true: Overall student performance—particularly in math and science, and including test scores—drastically improves when outdoor learning is supplemented to their curriculum. Children without access to nature suffer emotionally, mentally, and academically. Ultimately, exposure to nature helps kids become better learners. The good news? The tools are right in your backyard. So whether you choose to…
Staying organized and using time effectively and efficiently is a daunting task that most people (both children and adults) struggle with in various aspects of their lives. We call these executive function skills, but there is so much more attached to the stigma of these words. Frustration, anxiety, depression, passive aggression, oppositional behavior, and active aggressive behaviors are just a sample of the myriad of challenges parents and professional educators face on a daily basis…
