During this week’s Boy Mom Academy meeting, almost everyone shared their frustration about summer screen use. It’s a great time to pause and check in as a family about how things are going. (See Tip…
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Why Your Child Can’t “Read the Room” And What to Do About Your Own Phone Habits
I have a lot to share since I’ve been away from writing, so let’s dive into two power tips that can transform your parenting this week. Focus on the one you need most and let…
Less Scrolling, More Rolling: Two Simple Ways to Get Kids Off Screens This Summer
Summer break is here, and if you’re like most parents, you’re already wondering how to keep your kids engaged without defaulting to endless screen time. The struggle is real. You’re not alone in trying to…
How to Handle Tantrums: Fiery vs. Watery Tantrums + 3 Summer Tips
Hope you’re hanging in. Just a reminder: emotional growth doesn’t always look like progress. Sometimes it looks like a tantrum first. Welcome to Two Tip Tuesday, where I send one short parenting insight and one…
“The 2015 Dress” Trick + A New Way to Partner with Me
Today, I have one throwback perspective to share and one parent coach opportunity you might want in on. Tip #1: “Remember the Dress” During Arguments Remember The Dress — the viral photo that some people swore…
What to do when your kid still can’t take no for an answer
Welcome to this week’s Two Tip Tuesday—where I share one parenting insight and one outside resource that might make your life a little easier. Let’s dive in. Tip #1: What to Do When Your Child…
When your child can’t take NO for an answer
I’ve got a tip for you from our Boy Mom Academy drop-in coaching session and a reminder to join our meeting for Moms of ADHD(ish?) Boys. Tip #1: Kids That Can’t Take No For an…
Ask your child this question to make transitions easier
Spring is so close I can taste it. I have seasonal affect despair—not a real disorder, just a deep longing for hot, sunny weather that I can feel in my gut. Let’s get into Two…
An Apology Script and a Deal For You
It turns out that Two Tip Tuesday sometimes arrives on Wednesdays. Imagine that! If you’re new here, Two Tip Tuesday is where I send one short and sweet parenting strategy for you to try and…
This One Word Changed Everything Immediately
Two Tip Tuesday is back! At least for this week. If you’re new here, Two Tip Tuesday is where I share one favorite parenting tip (as briefly as I can) and one red-hot resource. To…