With the recent wildfires in Colorado, the smoke has made many families need to stay inside. More indoor time got me to thinking about getting through a winter with children during Coronavirus. Here is a list of ideas to prepare for fall and winter,...
Being several months into this pandemic, I am often asked a similar question from many parents: “What has happened to my preschooler? They used to be so happy and fun, and now they seem angry a lot and have started hitting.” Remember, this is a very hard time. You...
At The Catalyst Center, we greatly understand the importance of attachment, not just between child and parent but also between child and grandparents, extended family, and other loved ones. In our mobile, modern day world, we often live far away from family and loved...
We are offering a weekly blog series with a collection of diverse and effective coping techniques and exercises that can help reduce stress, improve mental and emotional well-being, and perhaps make you even more effective in achieving your individual goals. Check...
“Spring is coming, spring is coming birdies fill the air weave together straw and feather each one doing their share” This time of year always reminds of the song Spring is Coming* (Charles L. Minturn, 1914) from my daughter’s preschool days. With the first signs...
Here are some easy but meaningful Valentines you can make for anyone. It can be especially great for families and all ages. As we know, expressing love is important to development and makes us all better people. What better time to do so than Valentine’s Day!...
