As an Early Intervention Specialist, one of the most common questions I get is:“What are the best developmental toys for toddlers?” After working with thousands of children, I’ve seen firsthand which toys truly support speech, motor skills, and cognitive growth. Below is my carefully curated list of the top 10 developmental toys for kids aged…
If I’m being perfectly honest, I don’t feel like I should be overweight. I work out pretty regularly, and I don’t eat that much—in fact, I often forget to eat. Yet, over the past few years, I’ve gained weight like crazy. So, I decided to incorporate habit stacking to help me lose weight in a…
Prompt: as a team of personal trainers and nutritionists please give me a game plan to lose 16 pounds between 2/14-4/20 in order to meet my goal weight by the time I take my safari As a team of personal trainers and nutritionists, we’ve carefully designed this 8-week plan that will help you reach your…
Disrespect from preteens and teenagers is a common challenge parents face. While this behavior is frustrating and hurtful, it also presents an opportunity to guide our children with a mentorship parenting approach—one that fosters respect, understanding, and long-term growth rather than just enforcing obedience. Understanding Teenage Disrespect Adolescents are in a stage of life where…
For the past 21 years, my kids have been my life. The rush of sneaking in Tae Kwon Do between soccer tournaments, figuring out when and how to cook in the madness of rushing from one activity to another, helping with homework, and managing constant chaos is now behind me. My boys are now 21…
ADHD impacts everyone a little differently. Men and boys tend to struggle more with hyperactivity and impulsivity, whereas for women, it often manifests as inattention and disorganization. Disorganization has haunted me my whole life, and if I’m totally honest, I haven’t fully figured it out yet. However, I have found some solutions and tricks that…
One of the hardest parts of my job is often being the first person to raise concerns about Autism. Because I provide direct services almost exclusively, I’m usually the first professional my families turn to after the diagnosis. Just like children with Autism, every family’s experience with the diagnosis is different. Some parents feel relief…
What is Mentorship Parenting? Mentorship parenting centers on the idea that parents are guides and teachers, preparing their children to be responsible, successful adults. Its foundation lies in mutual respect, consistent discipline, and a focus on teaching life lessons rather than enforcing blind obedience. Core Principles of Mentorship Parenting Comparison of Parenting Styles Here’s how…
Yes, you read that right! I took both my boys to Disney and spent less than $1,000 for 3 roundtrip airline tickets from Chicago to Orlando, 4 nights in a hotel, and 3 “Magic Your Way” Disney tickets, which included a day at each park. Here’s exactly how I did it. Airfare: Flying Cheap with…
