Family Gratitude Ideas: Feburary
Looking for simple and meaningful ways to practice gratitude with your family this February? From creating a gratitude chain to planting seeds of appreciation, these fun activities will help you foster connection, mindfulness, and joy all month long.
Family Gratitude Ideas: January
Instead of New Year’s Resolutions, I start out each year by making a list of how I want to feel. Try this and many other ways to plant the seeds of gratitude at home in the new year.
Family Gratitude Ideas: December
As the holiday spirit fills our homes, it's easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of festive preparations, particularly when our attention tends to center on creating magical moments for our kids. However, amid the merry mayhem, it's the perfect time to add activities that not only nurture family connection, but also cultivate gratitude.
Slow November: Family Gratitude Ideas and Activities
Discover the importance of slowing down in November to embrace gratitude with family. Explore simple ideas and activities to make this season more meaningful. #TakeBackNovember
World Gratitude Day: Family Activites
Celebrate World Gratitude Day by expressing appreciation to those who support your family. Discover why this annual tradition in September offers a perfect opportunity to thank the everyday heroes in our lives and explore kid-approved ways to infuse gratitude into your September routines!
Gratitude Practice: Pick a Color
Since I wanted to add more gratitude into my life once it started to kick in, I devised fun ways to practice it on the go - because sometimes I can't get to my morning list. The Pick-a-Color practice is a favorite in my house because my kids just like to watch me suffer. Lol jk — but really, I think it’s because they dont believe I can do it - but I can! And you can too.
Mindful Sleep - with Sleep Consultant Yasmin Johnston
Our question today is the following: My almost 4-year-old has developed a bad habit of waking in the middle of the night and coming into my room to ask for water, milk, etc, every night, and I am exhausted. What do I do? Also, should I hire a night doula to get some sleep, and then they can teach him not to get up?
A Connected, Calm, Baby Bedtime Routine
Ok, those first few weeks with a baby there is no such thing as a bedtime routine. I mea who even knows when the day begins and ends really? But as things start to settle around 3 or 4 months, you can start to introduce the building blocks of a nice, calm and connected baby bedtime routine. And one that is easily shared with your partner, caregiver, and grandparents even.
The Modern Baby Book
Tired of empty baby books? Get the memory box that grows with the amount of time you have to reflect and remember.
Your Toddler is Ready for a Bedtime Glow Up ✨
Are you ready to admit you have a toddler? Here’s a few tips for upgrading the bedtime routine.
A Commitment to Parenting Mindfully
There comes a point when you have to make a choice between parenting and your work - or it will be made for you.
Finding the Space to Listen...to Podcasts
Since the beginning of the pandemic, I have relied heavily on everything audio. Somehow the days just stretch ON when you are together 24 hours a day. Download a podcast or two - adding this simple way to care for yourself to your daily routine could be a great way to find a quiet moment or two - almost like informative earplugs!
The One Thing You Ever Need to Know About Toddler Sleep
This is an unprecedented time for parents. Caring for a baby or toddler non-stop with no breaks, wildfires making the air unbreathable, and kids bouncing off the walls and furniture - I’m with you because, in addition to being a professional nanny, I am a mom too. I wrote the book that helps your toddler go back to sleep at night called The Middle of the Night Book.
Welcome to Quarantine Parenting — Now What?
Here is my recipe for facing parenting challenges while sheltering in place.
