Be a Good Role Model to Your Child
“Do as I say not as I do” doesn’t go very far. It’s actually quite frustrating to hear that from your parents. Role modeling behaviour is the best way to teach. What Needs to be Taught? Assess what your child needs. Social skillsEmotional...
Have the Difficult Conversations
Life isn’t easy, and it’s not fun to figure it out on your own. There are many sources to get information, but the best source is from your parents. So what are we talking about? SexLoveRelationshipsSocial MediaSexualityEmotionsMental healthMental...
Parenting Means Working Together
Being a parent is tough. It’s even tougher when you feel alone. Working together is key. Children will push limits. They will split you if they can. They know what they can get away with with each parent. You have to be on the same page. When a child goes to the...
My Daughter’s Allergies Have Given Us More Family Time
At seven months old we found out my daughter had food allergies. Milk, soy and egg. At first it was a struggle, but it quickly became a way of life. Vegan websites and recipes were a life saver. A few weeks ago my poor daughters face turned a bright red. It was an...
Meet Michelle
I’m a child life specialist, a family and corporate consultant, speaker, TV host, author, wife and mother.
