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
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
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
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
by Cecilia Hilkey | collaboration, screen time
Be sure to read Part 1 where we talk about giving kids unlimited game time and present relevant research from experts in the fields of parenting and child development. For Unlimited Game Time Part 2, we’ll talk about HOW we did it and WHAT we learned. If you disagreed...read more
by Cecilia Hilkey | collaboration, screen time
Truth be told, I never love it when my children play video games. I’d much prefer them to be playing with their friends, reading a book, painting a picture, riding their bike, or eating mud (just kidding!). It’s especially hard for our youngest (who is 11) to regulate...read more
