Joyful Parenting
Welcome to my blog! I'm MaryAnne, and I write about building a rewarding family life through mindful parenting, hands-on learning, and creative family activities. Learn more.
Whether it's moving, changing to a new activity, or heading back to school, change is hard. These transition skills for kids and parents help a lot! Within the past year our family moved to a new house and we traveled within three different countries. In a few weeks, my four kids start a new school year. We are incredibly fortunate that these are all very positive changes … [Read more...] about When Change is Hard: 5 Transition Skills for Kids
Are you wondering how to improve verbal communication with your child? Today's guest post features three simple steps to improving your child's verbal communication skills. How to Improve Verbal Communication With Your Child The ability to ask questions, respond appropriately, take turns in a conversation, and have needs met shapes every relationship children have from birth … [Read more...] about How to Improve Verbal Communication With Your Child
How to deal with picky eaters: simple steps to help your fussy eater who won't eat strong flavors or avoids textures. Today's post is a guest article written by my pediatrician blogger friend, Dr. Orlena Kerek. My kids eat really well now, but a few years back it sometimes felt like one of my kids in particular wouldn't eat anything! Orlena has some fantastic advice for … [Read more...] about End Picky Eating Now: Simple Ways to Help Your Fussy Eater
Family Volunteer Day is a great way to move the focus from getting to giving during the holiday season. I love these simple ways to volunteer as a family. Sponsored post. Every year on the Saturday before Thanksgiving, Disney and generationOn sponsor a Family Volunteer Day. This year they’re sponsoring this post to raise awareness about the event and to help families see … [Read more...] about Family Volunteer Day: Simple Ways to Volunteer as a Family
Help kids get ready for bed without fussing thanks to this brilliant storytelling routine. Perfect for over-tired kids who are resisting sleep. I wouldn't say that any of my children are exactly fans of bedtime, but five-year-old Anna finds it especially despicable. This is particularly true when she is excessively tired, and desperately needs to sleep. Thankfully, my … [Read more...] about A Storytelling Routine to Help Kids Get Ready for Bed
