CEO Divamoms, Lyss Stern, With Some Winter Tips
Lyss Stern, CEO Divamoms.com, best-selling Author and mom of three children is a big advocate for children's health. She also talks about the importance of moving and keeping active especially during winter months. As parents, it's important to make sure the children in our lives are active as much as possible during the cold winter months. During these winter months we need to get creative and to make sure that our kids get the exercise and physical activity that is so important. ... [MORE]
How To Turn that Frown Upside Down With Drop-Off?
Does your little one just not want to let go when you try to say good-bye for Preschool, gym class, or even feel a bit anxious when you drop them off at their friend's birthday party? Entering a new environment filled with unfamiliar people can cause anxiety for children -- and their parents! Studies show that separation anxiety is a normal part of child development and there are many ways of coping to help alleviate the effects it has on your children. ... [MORE]
Hey Parents! Shout words of encouragement from the sidelines, not discouragement
The coaches at Kids In Sports focus on the importance of positive reinforcement not competition or being the best, and it is important for parents to re-emphasize that as well. It is important for parents to embrace the unconditional love and emotions at an early age because it will be gone in the blink of any eye. Let them develop their own behaviors and emotions with sports and show them end of season appreciation. ... [MORE]
Make Kids Love Exercise Early, While You Still Have That Impact On Them
Make it a Family Thing- Take a walk to the park to have a picnic instead of eat in front of the TV. Take the bike out for a ride instead of the car- you'll save gas money too! ... [MORE]