Leading Through Sibling Conflict
My younger sister used to poke me when I wouldn’t play with her. My first strategy was to tell her to leave me alone and…
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Three Things to Understand about Aggression in Kids
There are likely few things more provocative to a parent than attacking behaviour from kids. The hardest challenge arises when our own kids are attacking…
Game On: Playing Your Way Through Discipline
One night my 5-year old said, “Mama, we have a problem: I don’t like to sleep.” I agreed it was a problem because unlike her,…
20 Activities for Fun and Play
“It’s fun to have fun but you have to know how.” Dr. Seuss Sometimes we need a few ideas to get playing moving along. I…
“Say Sorry!” How Forced Sorry’s Do More Harm Than Good
If you are around a playground or schoolyard long enough you are bound to hear a child or adult say, “You need to say you’re…
When Push Comes to Shove: What to do with Children’s Aggression
Aggressive behaviour in children can be alarming. Hitting, screaming and yelling, fighting with others, and even eye rolling are emotionally charged actions that can leave…
My preschooler wants to marry me – should I say yes?
My 4 ½ year old nephew decided one day that he wanted to marry everyone who lived in his house. With great determination he located…
Super Shy! The Protective Power of Shyness
Shyness isn’t a problem, but we sure treat it as one. Shy kids can be called rude and antisocial especially when their reaction to people…
The Emotional Roots of Anxiety: Healing through Connection
From waves of panic to uneasy feelings that rise up from the gut, anxiety is a universal human experience. It comes as no surprise then,…
True Play: Why Kids Need Play Sanctuaries for Their Emotions
Play is not urgent. It will not wake a child up in the middle of the night like a bad dream or a bladder in…
