Why your child doesn’t owe anyone a hug this holiday season
Why your child doesn't owe anyone a hug this holiday season By Jailan HeidarEvery holiday season or big family event I see the same thing. Kids being told to go ahead and give a friend or relative they haven't seen in ages a hug or a kiss. Sometimes pressure being put...
The visualization technique that will help you go from chaos to calm in minutes
The visualization technique that will help you go from chaos to calm in minutes By Jailan Heidar When I talk with mamas, one of the most frequent questions I get asked is; "How do I stay calm when my child is driving me crazy?" or "This all sounds great but how can I...
“Go Give a Hug!” – What Message Are We Sending Our Children?
Forcing your child to say hello, shake hands, give a kiss or hug to a friend, acquaintance or relative. What do you think? I just had an encounter last week at dinner where a complete stranger (restaurant owner) decided he could ruffle my 3-year old's hair and then...
5 Simple Changes I Made This Year That Transformed My Parenting that You Can Do Too!
5 simple changes that transformed my parenting that you can do too By Jailan Heidar I don't know about you but 2017 has been a whirlwind of a year for me! After settling in from our move from Amsterdam to Munich last year and taking a breather. I started getting to...
8 Positive Parenting Books you Should Read this Summer
8 Positive Parenting Books you Should Read this Summer Bright from the Start by Jill Stamm Positive Discipline The First 3 Years by Jane Nelson How To Talk So Little Kids Will Listen by Joanne Faber & Julie King Siblings Without Rivalry: How to Help Your Children...
Routine Chart Tips that Work
I know a lot of families just started school this last month and things get a little busy in the morning getting everyone out the door on time. Some of you may be feeling overwhelmed or frustrated in the morning because of this and I want to help you with that!...

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