by Amelia | Sep 16, 2019 | #celebrateprogress, #youarehere
Do you ever worry that your child might not be empathetic? It hurts to hear from the teacher that your child has been bullying other children at school. It’s confusing when children ignore a sibling in distress or lash out in ways that seem intentionally cruel.... 
by Amelia | Dec 13, 2018 | #celebrateprogress, #newtools
“Clean up, clean up, everybody everywhere, clean up, clean up, everybody do your share.” Wouldn’t it be nice if that song just worked? Why is it so hard to convince kids to clean up? This week, I talked to a mom who described a problem that’s... 
by Amelia | Mar 16, 2018 | #celebrateprogress, #imaginesomethingbetter, #makelifesweeter, #youarehere
If you’re feeling lost as a parent, welcome! We’re all finding our way, and each stage has its own adventures. Here’s how this blog can help at each step along the way… Right now, you might just be feeling like you’re in survival-mode.... 
by Amelia | Feb 23, 2018 | #celebrateprogress, #makelifesweeter
When you’re feeling overwhelmed by yet another disagreement with your child, or you overhear raised voices from the other room and you wish you had the magic words to change the atmosphere from sour to sweet, there is something you can try… Another one of... 
by Amelia | Sep 11, 2017 | #celebrateprogress, #makelifesweeter
One stressful Sunday evening in March, I was watching my kids as they squabbled on the living room carpet. They were swatting each other, squealing, and butting against each other like grumpy baby goats. I offered “helpful” reminders, warnings and threats,... 