This morning we had one of those toddler melt-downs. She was sitting on my lap at the computer looking at a picture of a baby flash across the screen. I needed to get up; she wanted to look at that baby some more. She had already decided what she wanted (to look at the picture) … Continue reading Taming the Toddler Tantrum: How to Turn Drama into Cooperation
Author: Shelly Walker
I'm a mom of four, going to college, and Executive Director of New Thought Center for Spiritual Living in Lake Oswego, Oregon. I'm here to give you the down-low on meaningful connection, growth and HEALTHY family.
The Truth About Spoiling Your Baby
I dread raising spoiled children. You know, the ones who whine incessantly and act like they’re the only people on earth with needs and wants and feelings. I’ve always known that I wanted my children to be empathetic, caring, thoughtful individuals. I knew that I would create healthy boundaries, with loving firmness, and never, ever … Continue reading The Truth About Spoiling Your Baby