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Our emotions are important and valuable to us. And being allowed to own our emotions and express them in a healthy way is one way we feel respected and valued. Children have BIG emotions and can go from excited to sobbing within seconds! Managing those big emotions is something they have to learn. But how
In this lesson, we will talk about how to overcome some of the more usual challenges and discomforts with some mom-tried-and-approved tips. And we will look at what nesting is and why it happens. Does it lead to labor, or is it just an old wives’ tale? Before you get out your broom and mop,
“I want it, and I want it now!” If you enticed your child with the reward of two marshmallows for waiting just fifteen minutes before eating the first one, would she do it? Does she have the self-discipline to delay gobbling one sugary treat right away in order to have two in the future? Self-discipline
Women are often taught to consider the needs of others before their own. After giving birth, it is critical for a woman to take good care of herself so that she is better equipped to care for her newborn. Things like postpartum healing, rest, nutrition, exercise, and knowing how to handle the baby blues help
Independent toddlers are sometimes talked about in a negative way. The truth, however, is that a spirit of independence is a good thing for them to have—but sometimes it comes out in difficult ways. In this lesson, we talk about how you can create a home that allows your toddler to develop the four important
We’ve all caught our kids in a lie or two. We’ve even told a few ourselves. Why do kids lie, and can you teach them to tell the truth? In this lesson, we talk about why people lie, how your reaction to your kids’ lies can, in fact, encourage them to lie, and what you
Caring for an infant does not require vast amounts of training or an advanced degree. Caring for an infant simply requires a dedicated parent willing to respond to a child’s needs in appropriate ways. This lesson provides standard techniques of care that will help parents provide for their infant’s day-to-day hygiene needs.
You may think it’s all just fun and games when you watch a toddler play. But really, many of skills we need to be successful in life are learned in toddlerhood through play. Toddlers learn how to work with others, to share, to negotiate, and to develop decision-making and problem-solving skills. Best of all,
Your child dents your neighbor’s car when playing ball in the street. Do they tell you about it, or do they hide it and hope nobody finds out? We want our children to develop into courageous little people who will always do the right thing, even when they’re afraid. But how do you teach
Is my baby doing OK? That first year has many new things and challenges. This class will show you what is normal and when to be concerned.
Your words are incredibly important to your child because you’re incredibly important to your child! Unfortunately, it’s hard to always say the right things. Words are powerful; they can build confidence and self-esteem, or in one heated moment, tear your child down. In this lesson, we’ll show you how you can grow your toddler through
We have a full class. You can email timd@firstlookcenter.org to get on a waiting list. Join us as we walk through your new journey from what to expect on that special day. Topics include: Labor Expectations Labor & Delivery: Getting Ready Labor & Delivery: Natural Comfort Measures Labor & Delivery: Training Your Birth Coach Labor
We want our kids to help old ladies cross the street, serve meals to the poor, and befriend lonely kids at school. But how can we teach them to be kind? Where does kindness come from? This lesson gives tips on finding those teachable moments in everyday life where we can guide our children
There are many nutrients your baby needs to thrive. Putting it all together may seem like a complex chemistry assignment. While much goes into providing your infant with a healthy diet, whether you’re breastfeeding, using formula, or eventually introducing solid foods, it’s really not complicated. Your own healthy diet establishes a positive pattern for your