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Teaching Kids the Art of Conversation (Ep. 27)
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With Thanksgiving just around the corner, this is a good time to review the art of making conversation at the dinner table. Real conversation involves not only talking but listening attentively to the other person, something many adults seem to have forgotten how to do! Here I’ll focus on parents making conversation with children or teenagers, but these tips apply equally to conversations with just about anybody.
Overcoming Bedtime Challenges with Older Kids (Ep. 26)
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Parents get plenty of advice about how they should handle sleep issues with babies and toddlers, but what should we do when our school-age children (and even teenagers) can’t seem to settle down at night? In this show, I clarify the possible problems and provide a few ideas for helping older kids let go of the day so they can go to sleep.
Make Discipline Easy with Routines & Rituals (Ep. 25)
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In this podcast, I explain why structure is one of the most effective discipline tools for any parent to keep in their parenting toolbox. When you have a strong structure in your home that includes many routines, rituals, and a familiar rhythm that your child can depend on, your child is less likely to resist you when you need him to do something. Routines also allow you to mentor your child in what maturity looks like even before he arrives at maturity.
Protecting Play Time in Your Catholic Home (Ep. 24)
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We’re continuing our routines and routines series by focusing on PLAY today! Play is the engine of emotional, social, and spiritual growth in our kids. We can use routines and rituals to ensure we set aside time for play in our homes. In this podcast: What is play? Why do kids need play? Tips for playing with your kids and tips for creating invitations for your child’s solitary play.
Win Bedtime Battles with Rituals and Routines! (Ep. 23)
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Practicing regular routines and rituals at bedtime is one of the best things we can do to reduce bedtime battles with our kids. In this podcast: Why kids do better with regular bedtime routines, tips for different types of bedtime rituals, and an introduction to bridging separation at bedtime.
Dusting Off the Family Table (Ep. 22)
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In this first installment of my family rituals podcast series, I’m talking about dusting off the family table! The family dinner is a wonderful everyday ritual for anchoring our day. It provides a natural opportunity for fostering conversation and connection after being apart during the day.
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