Recently, I heard about Cameron Von St. James and his family, and was completely blown away by their story and courage. When Cameron offered to write a post about caregiving, I couldn’t wait to read it. I truly believe his message and tips are as true for people who care for young children, as they Read More
reflection
The Parenting Dance
Many parents go through a period where they struggle to understand what their children are telling them. In more challenging situations, parents can have a hard time connecting with their babies. I often suggest they try considering these times in a new framework. Consider parenting to be a dance. Starting from the first moment you hold your infant in Read More
Spoiled, But Not Rotten
Here’s a wonderful tidbit from a recent parent workshop I conducted. I was talking with a group of working parents about the guilt they were feeling. The conversation progressed to purchasing items for children and whether or not that assuages some of the guilt. The truth of the matter is that whether they are working Read More
Welcome
Welcome parents and educators to the launch of what I hope will be a useful resource and an inspiration! Over the last 10 years, I have worked with hundreds of children and families. While many of the same issues consistently present themselves, it is my belief that the people involved make the challenges unique. As Read More