Modern parenting is criticized on many levels. Memes abound comparing the protectiveness of parents today to times when children roamed free, drank from hoses, and didn't ride in car seats (especially not until they were four-years-old). The disparagement usually involves the … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2019
Want to be Happier? Spend 5 Minutes in Nature
Multiple studies have found that spending time in nature has a positive effect on our brains. For children with ADHD, any time spent in nature reduces symptoms. For urban children living near green spaces, improved cognitive development and brain function occur. For people in … [Read more...]
Trouble Sleeping: Try Yoga and Eating Less
Parenting affects sleep. With your first pregnancy, sleeping through the night usually ends during the last trimester. After your baby is born, nighttime is filled with feedings and diaper changes. In my experience, sleep is forever changed. The Important Benefits of … [Read more...]