082: Regulating emotions: What, When, & How

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Discover the key aspects of emotion regulation in children and when to anticipate its development, along with valuable resources for nurturing this vital skill, including Dr. John Gottman’s book ‘Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child.’

Eight things you must consider before choosing a preschool

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Notes: This is a guest post from Evelyn Nichols M.Ed of Mighty Bambinis and explains the reasoning behind the questions found in the YPM Preschool Visit Checklist, which you can download and take with you on preschool tours – it’s relevant for children ages ~1-5. Also, check out the recently released podcast episode that explains…

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How (and why!) to set family goals

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The new year is (almost!) here and that means one thing: new year’s resolutions. Some 68 percent of us set a goal (though we often give them up, too), and most of us vow to eat healthier, exercise, and save (more) money.  But since 91 percent of Americans surveyed say that family is the most…

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080: Self-Reg: Can it help our children?

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Delve into the science of self-regulation in children and discover how reducing childhood stress can enhance emotional well-being, based on insights from Dr. Stuart Shanker’s book ‘Self-Reg.’