Can They Go From Kid to “Adult” After 6,750 Days? (Episode 313)
Last week I talked with Nellie Harden about the teenage years, and she brought to my attention the reality of parenthood. Did you know there are a total of 6,750 days that you have a child before they turn 18 and are considered a legal adult? Do you just flip a switch, and, after 6,750 days, […]
Continue readingWhy Kids Lie…and What To Do About It (GUEST Episode 267)
At some point in parenting, it’s pretty much a given that your child is going to tell a lie. Why do kids lie? Does it mean you’ve failed them as a parent? Of course not! I talked with Kimball Lewis of Empowering Parents all about lying – this oh-so-common issue that every family deals with at […]
Continue readingSnakes, Unschooling, and Fear of the Unknown (GUEST Episode 255)
It’s been brewing on my mind lately how many adults are quick to shut down my daughter and her love of snakes. And, how often we can write off something as “not for me” without allowing space for growth and discovery. I was that mom who said I’d “never” have a snake in my house. […]
Continue readingWhat To Do When Your Child Acts Out (GUEST Episode 252)
Why do kids act out? How do you eliminate battles and toxic behavior? Do you know what to do when your child acts out…or how to prevent the battles to begin with? I’m thrilled to have had a special guest this week who is an expert in this arena – Kimball Lewis: James Lehman was a […]
Continue readingThe Four Styles of Childhood Learning (Episode 251)
Knowing what kind of teacher you are – what motivates you and how you best take on learning new things – is huge. This, however, is simply the first step. Knowing what kind of child you are working with is critical. No matter how excited you are about something, if you don’t present and communicate […]
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