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6 Ways to Help Your Child Grow Their Social and Emotional Intelligence –                                                          Birth to 36 Months

6 Ways to Help Your Child Grow Their Social and Emotional Intelligence – Birth to 36 Months

by Marilee Hartling | Mar 28, 2019 | 0-6 Months, 12-24 Months, 24-36 Months, 6-12 Months, Parenting

Caring relationships help children to gain a sense of self. Loving relationships also help children learn to develop a sense of trust in the world and others around them. Below are 6 ways to support your growing child in developing his/her caring, understanding and...
8 Tips for Teaching Your Young Child About Diversity (Part 2)

8 Tips for Teaching Your Young Child About Diversity (Part 2)

by Marilee Hartling | Nov 7, 2018 | 0-6 Months, 12-24 Months, 24-36 Months, 6-12 Months, Diversity, Parenting

Studies show that even babies recognize differences in skin color and hair texture. This awareness of differences grows as your child grows. Here are some tips for teaching your young child about diversity. Do your part to expose your child to diverse environments....
Five Reasons to Stop Saying “Good Job!”

Five Reasons to Stop Saying “Good Job!”

by Marilee Hartling | Oct 16, 2018 | 0-6 Months, 12-24 Months, 24-36 Months, 6-12 Months, Preschool, Toddler

Hang out at a playground, visit a school, or show up at a child’s birthday party, and there’s one phrase you can count on hearing repeatedly: “Good job!” Even tiny infants are praised for smacking their hands together (“Good clapping!”). Many...
Is screen time or watching television as bad as they say it is for my child?

Is screen time or watching television as bad as they say it is for my child?

by Marilee Hartling | Jul 6, 2018 | 0-6 Months, 12-24 Months, 24-36 Months, 6-12 Months, Uncategorized

Screen time for children has always been up for debate. Will it delay my child’s development if he watches TV? How much is too much? What can I do with my child instead of letting him watch TV or watch videos on my iPad? From the TV to even our smartphones, screens...
Exploring Strong Feelings: Is anger okay?

Exploring Strong Feelings: Is anger okay?

by Marilee Hartling | Jun 29, 2018 | 0-6 Months, 12-24 Months, 24-36 Months, 6-12 Months, Preschool, Toddler, Uncategorized

Parenting is quite a challenge. It’s a journey that opens the door for many people to question what’s right and what’s wrong. Some may say it’s an emotional roller coaster raising and parenting a child who will be ready for the real world. Just as much as it is an...
6 – 8 Months Separation Anxiety

6 – 8 Months Separation Anxiety

by Marilee Hartling | Feb 16, 2018 | 0-6 Months, Second Baby, Uncategorized

Infant Separation Anxiety Infant  Separation Anxiety begins  around 6-8 months when infants suddenly become fully aware that their parents exist apart from them.  They understand that their parents can leave,  but they don’t,  however,  fully understand that they are...
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