When I first heard the words “executive function,” I didn’t know what it meant. But as a parent, I soon learned how important it is. Executive function is how the brain helps us plan, focus, and remember things. It also…
I remember the first time my child had a tantrum in public. We were in the middle of a grocery store, just trying to grab some milk and eggs. Out of nowhere, my toddler threw himself on the floor, screaming…
I used to think that talking came naturally to all kids at the same time. My first child started saying clear words before age two. But when my second child turned three and still didn’t speak much, I felt worried.…
As a parent, I always thought that learning to talk, walk, and read were the most important parts of growing up. I paid attention to my child’s grades, their height, and even their teeth coming in. But I didn’t think…
I’ll be honest. I didn’t grow up loving books. I didn’t collect them. I didn’t stay up late reading under the covers. I didn’t dream of libraries or get excited about book fairs. For me, reading was boring. It was…
I can’t draw. I can’t sing. I don’t know the difference between oil paint and acrylic. And for a long time, I thought that meant I couldn’t raise a creative child. I thought creativity was only for artists, dancers, and…
I used to think nature was just a nice place to visit on weekends. You know, for picnics. Or maybe a walk when the weather is good. But once I became a parent, everything changed. I began to notice something…
When I was a kid, I hated chores. I mean really, really hated them. My mom would say, “Clean your room,” and I’d groan so loud you’d think the world was ending. Washing dishes felt like torture. Folding clothes? No,…
Hey. So let’s talk about something real for a second. Kids get mad. Like, really mad. I’ve seen it. You’ve seen it. Maybe your kid has thrown a shoe across the room. Maybe they’ve screamed so loud it felt like…
When I was little, I thought I was not smart. I sat in class and looked at my paper and didn’t know what to do. Other kids wrote fast. Other kids read out loud with big voices. I was slow.…