"Never Too Early: CPS with Very Young Kids," is set to release on March 29, 2024 and stream free on the Lives in the Balance website. It’s never too early to engage kids in the process of solving the ...
Family game nights have long been a cherished tradition, bringing people together around a table for laughter, competition, and bonding. But beyond the fun, these gatherings serve a deeper purpose: ...
Just decades ago, parents would typically give their kids space to figure things out on their own, and as a result, those kids gained invaluable life skills that are increasingly rare today.
Part of life is growing up from a child into an adult. It's a process in which we learn from our mistakes and work through our problems to get the skills necessary for the next part of our lives.
I’m in a coffee shop when a young child dumps out his mother’s bag in search of fruit snacks. The contents spill onto the table, bench and floor. It’s a chaotic – but functional – solution to the ...
Allowing children to solve their own problems, even minor ones, is crucial for their development. This process builds self-confidence, encourages critical thinking, and teaches responsibility. It also ...
Each week the T&G features a child up for adoption in Monday's Child. This week we feature curious Jeycen, 9, who loves swimming and problem solving.
As parents and caregivers, we all want to do what’s best for our young children when it comes to screen time, but you might be wondering about what’s OK and what can do long-term harm. Recent research ...
I cannot count how many times I’ve asked the internet for parenting advice. (It’s a lot.) Parenting is a wonderful and important job, but it’s also really tough — and there’s no manual! Because no ...