Surviving Toddler Tantrums
There’s a reason for the phrase the terrible twos. We’ve all seen a toddler meltdown happen – in the checkout line, at the dinner table…
Articles Written By: Lynn Louise Wonders
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Lynn Louise Wonders, MA, LPC, RPT-S is an early childhood development and parenting expert. She offers private coaching and consultation for parents throughout the U.S. She is a well-known professional in the field of play therapy, providing training, supervision and mentoring to child therapists world-wide having practiced for more than 15 years in schools, child development centers and through her private practice.
How to Help Your Child with Separation Anxiety
Have you noticed your child clinging to you more than usual? Or that he becomes extremely upset when saying goodbye? These are examples of separation…
New Year’s Resolutions for Families
Most of us are familiar with setting New Year’s Resolutions, only to find that we lose momentum and fail to meet our goals. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone - recent research in the field of psychology shows that only eight percent of people who set resolutions actually follow through with them!
Positive Parenting Tips and Scripts
How many times have you found yourself saying “No!” or “Stop that!” – and it doesn’t seem to make any difference in your child’s behavior?…
Teaching Manners to Preschoolers? Yes, Please!
How early can parents begin teaching children to be kind, considerate and use the magic words “please” and “thank you?” Believe it or not, learning…
Tips to Overcome 3 Childhood Fears
It is very common for children under the age of 5 to experience a variety of fears – the world can seem large and intimidating…
5 Ways to Involve Your Child in Household Chores
I have always been a big proponent of giving children of all ages “important” jobs and responsibilities around the house. It helps build character!…
5 Ways to Help Your Child Be a Good Sport
Many of our favorite American pastimes revolve around competition. Schools and clubs rank students' performances and high achievers often receive trophies, awards and prizes. As…
How to Avoid Overscheduling Your Child
As a parent, it can be tempting to fill your child’s schedule with dance lessons, tee ball, karate and other organized activities; however, children between…
Taking the Stress Out of Costumes
Children between the ages of 3 and 5 are at a developmental stage where imagination is key. As a result, preschoolers typically love to play…