by Katie Godfrey | Oct 19, 2020 | All Posts, Katie Godfrey, Parenting Advice, Pregnancy, Postpartum, and New Parenthood
Finding out your loved one is struggling with postpartum issues can lead to feelings of wanting to help, but being unsure of the best ways. Here are some suggestions: Educate yourself on postpartum challenges and take them seriously. Helpful websites include...
by Joey Tadie | Sep 25, 2020 | All Posts, Joey Tadie, Parenting Advice, Pregnancy, Postpartum, and New Parenthood, Self Care
Remaining Self-Interested Being a father can be exhausting during normal times. Right now, that point may hit even harder. Nevertheless, I meet many men who feel tension around trying to “not be selfish” and thus deny themselves the self-care that is necessary to...
by Katie Godfrey | Sep 4, 2020 | All Posts, Katie Godfrey, Parenting Advice
Children oftentimes need help learning how to regulate their emotions. Having a Cozy Corner can help with that process. Create a Cozy Corner with a tent or blankets. Add pillows and a soft blanket, and maybe a heated rice bag if it is a cold day. ...
by Jenn Kloewer | Aug 31, 2020 | All Posts, Jenn Kloewer, Parenting Advice, Self Care
I am hearing from mom friends and family members who are beyond burned out. We are not meant to be mothering in isolation. It is so hard to be on all the time, keep up with work and other household chores, and be our children’s only companions. We need other adults....
by Katie Godfrey | Aug 28, 2020 | All Posts, Katie Godfrey, Parenting Advice
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,...
by Kendra Doukas | Aug 21, 2020 | All Posts, Kendra Doukas, Parenting Advice
I have had a lot of parents come to me over the past few weeks citing tough behavior in their children and worrying that the pandemic has finally fully taken hold. While I do believe the chronic nature of the pandemic certainly takes a toll, I believe we are simply...
