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Avoid over-helping 2E kids – Dr. Tina Payne Bryson

Avoid over-helping 2E kids – Dr. Tina Payne Bryson

by Cecilia Hilkey | collaboration, parenting

We had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Tina Bryson recently. She has co-authored several books with Dr. Dan Siegel including the Whole-Brain Child. We asked Tina about something that is on a lot of parent’s minds… How can parents find the right balance...read more
Give kids control without losing your mind – Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson

Give kids control without losing your mind – Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson

by Cecilia Hilkey | collaboration, parenting

We asked Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson, authors of “The Self-Driven Child” and their new book “What Do You Say?”, about how to make the shift from trying to control our kids' behavior to being their coach or consultant. Let’s be honest here… Shifting into...read more
How to keep kids safe online

How to keep kids safe online

by Cecilia Hilkey | collaboration, parenting

How are you doing? A lot of us parents are still sheltering-in-place and schooling our kids at home, right now. If you’re in that boat with us, I’m sending you a big virtual hug. If you are a first responder or work in the medical field, I’m sending you a double hug....read more
Collaborate To Solve Your Child’s Challenging Behaviors

Collaborate To Solve Your Child’s Challenging Behaviors

by Cecilia Hilkey | collaboration, parenting

I’m guessing that your house might look like my house in some ways right now. We’re adjusting to the new reality of sheltering-in-place to respond to the pandemic. My kids (for the moment) have stopped asking about seeing their friends. I’m washing doorknobs, faucet...read more
Want your child to do chores?

Want your child to do chores?

by Cecilia Hilkey | collaboration, parenting

A few months ago we talked to KJ Dell'Antonia. KJ’s a mom of 4 and a former New York Times reporter. She’s an excellent write; she’s wise and interesting. And her recent book, How to be a Happier Parent, is a great read. KJ lives on a farm, there is a LOT of work to...read more
4 Words to Create Connection (Even During Anger)

4 Words to Create Connection (Even During Anger)

by Cecilia Hilkey | collaboration, parenting, tools

In our house, there are craft supplies covering the table, presents waiting to be wrapped, a tree that needs to be decorated and cards that need to be written. There is a heightened sense of gratitude, thinking of others, excitement and anticipation for time with...read more
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