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November 02, 2024

Talking with Children about their Day at School

November 02, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay
Talking with Children about their Day at School

Have you ever wanted to have a great conversation with your child right after school? Chances are it wasn’t a lengthy chat! It may have only been a single word! Read on for suggestions on how to enhance those conversations.

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October 12, 2024

When Humor Hurts

October 12, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay
When Humor Hurts

There is humor that unites us and humor that is hurtful and divisive. Teaching your children the difference is important! Read on for more...

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September 28, 2024

Handling Co-Parenting Challenges

September 28, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay
Handling Co-Parenting Challenges

Co-parenting can be challenging. Sometimes things are not cordial. Sometimes children can be anxious and stressed. Here are a few suggestions for handling those challenges.

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September 15, 2024

Walking with Grief

September 15, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay
Walking with Grief

The death of a child hits parents in places they never knew existed. We cannot command grief to go away nor can we escape the new path we find ourselves on. We can, however, learn to walk with grief.

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September 15, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay/
August 24, 2024

Raising Kind Children

August 24, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay
Raising Kind Children

Kindness ripples out into the world, so raising kind children matters. Your kindness matters. Your child's kindness matters.

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August 06, 2024

The Game of Dethronement

August 06, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay
The Game of Dethronement

Dethronement is a real thing that happens when a new child comes into the family. Read all about it here including how to best handle it so that you inspire a great relationship between the siblings!

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July 31, 2024

Time for a Few More Adventures!

July 31, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay
Time for a Few More Adventures!

As we say goodbye to July, know that there is still time for more adventures. Whether you have children or cats or both, check out these ideas to experience a truly satisfying summer.

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July 05, 2024

The Pitfalls of Perfectionism

July 05, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay
The Pitfalls of Perfectionism

Children don’t need perfect parents, and striving for perfectionism can trip you up. Read on for more!

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June 26, 2024

Practicing the Pause

June 26, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay
Practicing the Pause

Practicing the pause can change things on a multitude of levels!

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June 16, 2024

Making the Repair

June 16, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay
Making the Repair

After conflict, what’s next? If you want to strengthen your relationship, it is the repair.

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May 26, 2024

Talking about Disabilities

May 26, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay
Talking about Disabilities

Here are some suggestions for talking with your child about disabilities so that your language is respectful and factual and your tone is understanding and compassionate.

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May 26, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay/
May 12, 2024

When Siblings Collide

May 12, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay
When Siblings Collide

Don’t get trapped into being a referee when your children have disagreements. Here is the way to bring peace to the fight!

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April 22, 2024

Being a Confident Parent

April 22, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay
Being a Confident Parent

Here are some sure-fire ways to boost your confidence as a parent!

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April 14, 2024

The Sacred Thresholds You Face as Your Child Steps into the World

April 14, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay
The Sacred Thresholds You Face as Your Child Steps into the World

As your children step out into the world - whether entering elementary school, going off to college, or taking a gap year to explore the world - it is a new and sacred threshold for you and them. Read more about honoring this passage here.

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April 01, 2024

Three Keys for a Great Relationship with Your Child

April 01, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay
Three Keys for a Great Relationship with Your Child

Here are three keys for developing an even closer relationship with your child [with anyone, really!) and for modeling how you create tender closeness.

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March 25, 2024

The Teen Years: A Time for Self-Compassion

March 25, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay
The Teen Years: A Time for Self-Compassion

The teen years can be a time of chaos and tension for families. Practicing self-compassion is a way for parents to ground themselves.

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March 01, 2024

When to Stop Doing for Your Child

March 01, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay
When to Stop Doing for Your Child

We often balk at handing over responsibilities to our child that could lead to greater confidence for them and more time for us! Take a look at the three clues that it may be time to stop doing for your child.

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February 26, 2024

Relationship Maintenance

February 26, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay
Relationship Maintenance

Along with our cars, homes, and equipment, our relationships benefit from regular maintenance. Here are some ways to take notice and take action to increase your closeness!

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February 23, 2024

The Benefits of Befriending Your Nervous System

February 23, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay
The Benefits of Befriending Your Nervous System

The benefits of befriending your nervous system - whether you are a parent or not - are many. Your nervous system is amazing, and understanding its guidance is invaluable. Read on!

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January 08, 2024

Guiding Your Child to Befriend Themself

January 08, 2024/ Maggie Macaulay
Guiding Your Child to Befriend Themself

Being for yourself is not being against others. Here are ways to guide your child to befriend themself and for you to befriend yourself as the ultimate guide for them!

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