Granny, Abuelo, Pop Pop- these are magic labels in our imagination when we think about our children and their relationship with their grandparents. But what if their presence creates more chaos than help? We want them to be a part of our children's lives and sometimes we need them to help us with the care-giving. Watch this video of our founder and mommy blogger LadydeeLG and get some answers around this topic.
Sassy 5 year olds, The Saturday Box, and Hispanicize 2016(VIDEO)
Parents are everywhere, but a lot of them are on social media speaking about their strengths, concerns, insights, and funny anecdotes. As a child development and parenting expert I always enjoy reading the tweets and blogs these parents share. So this year I had the opportunity to meet a large group of them at Hispanicize 2016 (#Hispz16). Hispanicize is the largest annual event for influencers, journalists, and digital content creators to connect with brands and their public. It was an amazing event full of information and wonderful giveaways. I enjoyed watching the sense of community among the attendants. I was excited to attend and meet in person so many of the wonderful parent bloggers who so candidly share about their lives. I was especially excited to meet up with Diana Limongi also known as LadyDeeLG.
If you're bribing & rewarding your children, this is WHY it's not working (VIDEO)
As parents we sometimes find ourselves in a never-ending cycle of conflict, screaming, rewarding and back to square one. If you continue to bribe and reward your children you may risk them not understanding empathy, responsibility and kindness. Watch this video to understand what and why is happening?
How to Handle the Homework Battle (Video)
A lot of families have the daily struggle of getting homework done. In this video you can get a quick and easy tip on making homework a productive event and not a damaging battle.
One Tip to Follow to Help Your Child Sleep (VIDEO)
You haven't slept since the day you brought baby home. Everyone has an opinion on how to help them sleep, but you're too tired to choose one. Watch this and get yourself some sleep!
Kids, Road Trip, and "Are we there yet?" (VIDEO)
Why Parenting Books Fail You (VIDEO)
Find yourself in the parenting section of the bookstore frustrated and lost? Ever wonder how what you read can translate to your daily life as a parent? In this video you can get the top reason why those parenting books are failing you.
Fidget Toys Explained (VIDEO)
#FidgetToys are all the rage right now- Why? How do they help your child? Is it a distraction or a benefit for the classroom?
When Having a Baby Hurts: My Truth About My Postpartum Depression
It was summer and I sat on the floor leaning on the edge of my newborn daughter’s crib in tears. From the outside I had everything a new mom could wish for, a loving husband, a cooperative extended family, and presents from near and far welcoming our daughter into our world. On the floor of her bedroom none of that mattered, I was in pain
Does Time Out Work? (VIDEO)
Many parents and teachers use Time Out as a way to discipline children. Are you certain that you are using it correctly?