The new year has just begun, which means that people the world over are reflecting on what they accomplished in the past year and what they hope to accomplish in the future. As a parent, it can be difficult to set aside time for yourself to shower, let alone reflect on potential New Year’s resolutions, but this can be a powerful time for you to set intentions for your family for the year. While …Read More
The right after school program in Glastonbury can benefit your whole family. Many people choose other after school care options, but research shows that after school programs benefits kids. On top of that, after school programs can also provide you with peace of mind and more time as a parent. In this blog, we will go over the positive influence of after school care on children and adults alike. F…Read More
Self-care is important for everyone, regardless of age. Even if your child doesn’t experience much stress, teaching them self-care skills now allows them to have effective coping mechanisms set up now for their future. It helps them establish healthy habits early in life, and sets them up for success by allowing their body and mind to perform at their best. That being said, you may not be very f…Read More
These days, much of children’s lives are rigidly structured. They follow a daily routine at home, go to preschool every day, and then have a series of activities that are laid out for them by their parents. While consistency is important for children, a lack of free-time means that they aren’t able to explore themselves and the world around them as organically. Many parents don’t prioritize …Read More
Your child was born with certain innate abilities, but chances are, being polite is not one of them. Not to say that your kid is impolite, but etiquette is something that must be taught. Like any habit, it isn’t going to just happen overnight, but by approaching it with patience, you can teach your child how to have good manners. Why Manners Are Important Some people associate the term “manner…Read More
Self-esteem is the term used in psychology to refer to how you feel about yourself. When you have healthy self-esteem, you appreciate and like yourself and recognize your value. Having good self-esteem is integral to success. If you are always beating yourself up and never believe in your capabilities, it is significantly more difficult to accomplish your goals. People with healthy self-esteem hav…Read More
Grandchildren are one of the greatest joys of life. To see your children have their own children enriches your life and brings laughter and love that you may never have anticipated. In turn, the role you play in your grandchild’s life gives them another adult to look up to and love. Being a grandparent is similar to parenting, with a few major differences. In general, you don’t have all of the…Read More
One of the biggest struggles of parenthood is feeding your family a healthy diet. You want to make sure there is a home-cooked meal on the table every night, but when you’re balancing your professional and personal life, you don’t have hours to spend in the kitchen after work each day. Fortunately, there are options for busy parents to ensure their family has healthy meals on hand so you can s…Read More
These days, screens are unavoidable (after all, you’re looking at one right now). While the recent advances in technology have brought a lot of positive things into the world, you don’t want your child constantly looking at them. Screens pull us away from our real lives so that we can’t truly be present, and people can even become dependent on them. Children are especially vulnerable to scre…Read More
Patience is an important quality in life. When you are able to practice patience in your life, you have better relationships, a healthier outlook, and more capacity for success. This quality is especially important when you care for children, whether you are a parent or a daycare provider. When adults are patient with children, they can learn to be patient in return, and this ensures greater succe…Read More
