Positive reinforcement is a powerful tool that can be used to encourage children to adopt healthy eating habits. It is a way to motivate your kiddo to repeat a desired behavior by providing them with rewards or positive feedback. It’s an effective way of promoting healthy eating habits because it focuses on the behavior rather than the child. Positive reinforcement is different from punishment or negative reinforcement, which focuses on what children are doing wrong and what they need to stop doing. Positive reinforcement, on the other hand, focuses on what children are doing right and what they need…
As parents, we all want our kids to grow up healthy, and one of the best ways to ensure this is by promoting healthy eating habits. However, this can be easier said than done, especially when dealing with picky eaters or children who think new foods are “yucky”. Here are 5 simple strategies that can help encourage healthy eating in children: Promoting healthy eating habits in children can be a challenge, but by leading by example, making mealtime a positive experience, introducing new foods gradually, using positive reinforcement, and making healthy food more appealing, you can encourage your…
Opposites Day is on January 25 and is a fun and unique way to celebrate with kids. It’s a day to embrace the differences and similarities between things and to encourage children to think creatively. Here are some ideas on how to celebrate Opposites Day with your family: Opposites Day is a great way to encourage children to think creatively, learn new words and understand the concept of opposite. It’s a fun and unique way to celebrate and can be done in many different ways. Have fun and get creative with your celebrations…
Happy National Teddy Bear Day! National Teddy Bear Day is celebrated on September 9th. The teddy bear was originally created around 1902, but it didn’t take long for teddy bears to become popular all over the world. They were named after President Theodore Roosevelt who shared his love for hunting with any animal he came across, including bears. The teddy bear has become a symbol of love, fun and comfort. Teddy bears are used in teddy bear picnics, teddy bear museums and teddy bear art. You can even buy a teddy bear subscription box where you receive a…
It’s that time of year – kiddos are back to school, and before long, homework and study sessions will begin in earnest. Parents’ support can boost children’s confidence, and motivate them to study. But, in some cases, too pushy parents can achieve the opposite effect. Here are a few things you can try to motivate your kid to focus on studying. #1 Ensure a Healthy Studying Atmosphere Whether your child is in elementary school or high school, an environment meant for studying is generally best: a quiet atmosphere with lots of light, healthy snacks, and any needed…
As a parent, you probably feel like one of those circus performers who can keep 25 plates in the air at all times, balancing each one on a thin stick. Between taking care of your kiddos, household projects, work demands, family and friends, pets and more, you are one busy person. In an effort to make your to-do list a wee bit shorter, you have enthusiastically embraced online shopping whenever possible. From toys and clothes for the kids to groceries, books, computer gadgets and more, you love the convenience and ease that online shopping provides. Unfortunately, hackers can take…
We are always looking for fun things for our girls to participate in safely in the pandemic! Check out this fun, free virtual event! Jessica Mendoza, Victoria Arlen, Ashleigh Johnson and Emily Calandrelli headline 4th annual “Empowering Girls for Life” event September 12 ESPN sportscaster Jessica Mendoza, Paralympian Victoria Arlen, Olympian Ashleigh Johnson and Netflix Emily’s Wonder Lab host Emily Calandrelli will headline the fourth annual “Empowering Girls for Life,” a free event to be held virtually. “The purpose of the event is to reach out to young women and girls and to get the message out on…
Are you constantly trying to figure out what you can feed your kids that will be healthy, give them all the nutrients they need, and that they will eat? All without going nuts over meal planning? If so, check out this article from Esther Blum! By Esther Blum, Integrative Dietitian and Lifestyle Coach As an integrative dietitian, I hear people’s battle cries for help, especially when it comes to feeding their kids healthy foods. Parents today are busier than ever, working and hustling kids to and from after-school activities. So, preparing meals with real food can…
It can be hard to be a parent – especially of young children. I remember worrying over my two girls – are they developing properly? What can I do make sure I give them the best chances possible in life? Mark K. Claypool and John M. McLaughlin are CEO and Director of Research and Analytics respectively for ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, and Education, have some tips below for us parents! While parenting young children is a joy, it can be filled with uncertainties and worry, especially if there are concerns about developmental milestones. How does a parent know when…
It seems like the smoke from our Fourth of July fireworks just cleared, but if you look at the calendar you see it’s almost time for the kids to go back to school. In most places, the kids have less than thirty days of summer vacay left. And if you’ve been to the big box stores lately you know the shelves are lined with all sorts of school supplies, which means it’s time for parents to get ready to spend a big wad of money on school supplies, back to school clothes, sports fees, lunch accounts, and…