There are two paths to take in order to manage and decrease stress and anxiety.
Just two.
Path 1: Address your physiological and psychological reactions to the stress.
Path 2: Address the events and factors that are the cause of the stress reaction you are having.
Read MoreDid you know that postpartum depression (a broad term that can mean a variety of things, from negative thoughts to out of control emotions) is the most common complication that a woman can experience following childbirth? In this post, I’m going to be talking about three ways to get ready for your emotional state following birth, and give you three strategies that you can start using now that will decrease the likelihood of becoming depressed, and make your depression (or anxiety) easier to deal with if it does come.
Read MoreWhat is empathy, and how can we use it correctly to stop the negative behaviors from our kids (you know, the tantrums, hitting, whining, sibling fighting?) Click to read this article and we’ll talk about how to use empathy and active listening effectively with your kids. I’ll give you ideas and examples for how to use these skills at home and you’ll be amazed at the results! #empathyforkids #negativebehavior #parenting #parentingtips #tantrums #toddlers
Read MoreKids fight. Siblings fight. Toddlers can be aggressive. Let’s talk about the importance of knowing how and when to draw the line and find solutions for when the hitting, biting and pushing starts. We’ll discuss what to do when your kids hit each other and how our own childhood can inform our reactions to the aggression we see between our kids. Click to read the article, it’s going to be fun! #negativebehavior #siblingsfighting #positiveparenting#parentingtips
Read MoreHaving a vision for your kid’s life, and communicating that vision and your values to all of the people that have a hand in raising your kid (grandparents, teachers, friends, babysitters) can be a challenge. Let’s look at the four skills you really need to hone in on to make this extended “parenting team” a success. #positiveparenting #intentionalparenting #parentingtips
Read MoreAnxiety brings with it both physical symptoms felt in the body and thoughts that seem to invade your mind. In this article, we’ll discuss those intrusive thoughts, which are usually focused on bad things happening in the future. We’ll talk about strategies you can use to take control back from your anxiety, as well as what you might work on in counseling to lessen your anxiety. #anxiety
Read MoreFor most parents, behavioral issues that you may be having with your kids will result from how they (whether a toddler, preschooler or school aged) are answering these two questions. Understanding the questions and being consistent with your response to these two key things will help you to be a more effective parent and can actually make this whole parenting thing feel easier. #positiveparenting #parentingtips #ashlandfamily
Read MoreThere are different types of lying that kids do, but in this article, you’ll learn the type of lying that causes the most problems. We’ll talk about why kids lie, and why your instinctive response might be making things worse. I’ll give you tips and strategies to use to build trust with your kids and foster an environment at home where your kid doesn’t feel the need to lie - without punishment or consequences. #kids #positiveparenting #parentingtips
Read MoreIt’s seems like the conversation about postpartum anxiety and depression for moms has been more open and prevalent in recent years - which is awesome. Let’s talk about Dad’s experience though. Husbands and fathers also experience the effects of the postpartum period too. Read on to learn more about what is stressing Dads out and how they can ensure that they are getting the support they need during this crazy life shift. #postpartum #fatherhood #parentingtips
Read MoreWhen we get angry at our kids, it can feel like the world stops. It’s so frustrating when your kids won’t listen, and it’s hard to not lose your temper, even when it always leaves you feeling guilty. Let’s talk about how we can use anger as a helpful tool for our parenting, that will enable us to look deeper into what’s going on and help us to stop yelling and connect with our kids instead. #kids #positiveparenting #parentingtips
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