Disrespectful behavior often comes down to children having poor problem-solving skills and a lack of knowledge about how to express themselves as they mature.
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Let’s be gentle out there: Surviving Christmas 2021 and contemplating 2022
I honestly did not think I’d successfully pull off Christmas. As the days wound down, I found my brain to be a pile of mush. I can be forgetful and disorganized as it is, but I was flat out forgetting where I’d stashed something I’d purchased just days before.
Read More »Making Decisions Together
“Excuse me may I speak to you about son, please?” These are 10 words that every parent dreads. There is a moment where you wonder what your child has done to get into trouble, or worry that they may have been hurt in some unthinkable way. Either way, the answer is always “Yes, of course!” Over ...
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Even the best partners can disagree on the ins and outs of parenting
Parenting with another person can be hard. If you’ve read my past articles, you know that I will sing my partner’s praises loudly and happily every single day of the week. Still, I find that raising a human with another human is absolutely frustrating from time-to-time.
Read More »Breakfast on the Farm
Join us on Saturday, September 26, 2020 at Way-Har Farms in Bernville, Pa. for our second annual “Choose PA Dairy” Breakfast on the Farm event! The outdoor event is an exciting way for families to get an inside look at a modern Pennsylvania dairy farm – all while enjoying a farm-fresh breakfast/lunch and kids’ activities ...
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Join us on Saturday, September 26, 2020 at Way-Har Farms in Bernville, Pa. for our second annual “Choose PA Dairy” Breakfast on the Farm event! The outdoor event is an exciting way for families to get an inside look at a modern Pennsylvania dairy farm – all while enjoying a farm-fresh breakfast/lunch and kids’ activities ...
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Becoming an ‘app parent’: Tech that can help with family scheduling, chores and more
Parenting is fun and rewarding but also challenging and worrisome. Turns out there’s an app for that. Parenting apps are nothing new, but instead of focusing on child development and milestones many new apps are geared toward parents. Apps can help parents be more productive, stay organized, keep track of chores and co-parent after a ...
Read More »Baby Food 101
In this workshop, you will learn how to prepare first foods and purées for ages 6 months and up using fresh and seasonal ingredients. We will cover the cost savings of homemade baby food, what tools you need to get started, storage options, and information about baby led weaning.
Read More »Elimination Communication 101
Elimination Communication (EC) is a natural and globally practiced alternative to diaper dependence. It’s potty learning, that can start from birth if you choose.
Read More »Summertime struggle and the working mom
The mom guilt is real when the weather turns warm. Don't worry, you're kids will survive.
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Ryan Reynolds Shares 2 Inevitable Parenting Truths Dads Learn Fast
The father of two girls -- James, 2, and Ines, 4 months -- was candid about the cuteness that's apparently running rampant in the adorable household he created with his wife, Blake Lively.
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January 2017 Central Penn Parent is online–New Year, New You!
Cover-to-cover, the January 2017 edition features motivating articles and ideas for a happy and healthy new year! Click here to read a digital copy!
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