Inside: Parents have to know the true definition of bullying so when our kids are mistreated we have the correct information and know how we can respond and help them properly. My dear friend’s son came home from camp the other day and announced, “I was bullied today.” Now there’s a lot of ways his […]
Bullying
Is Your Kid an Includer? Here’s Why They Should Be
Inside: Is your kid an includer? Do they invite other kids to join in their play? Here’s why they absolutely should be. “Have a great Wednesday,” I called to my three kids as they crawled out of the backseat. “Look for someone to include!” I added. They all nodded, called back their ‘I love you’s’ and […]
What to Do If You Think Your Daughter is the Mean Girl
Inside: Do you suspect your young daughter is the “mean girl?” Or is your daughter acting like a mean girl? Here are 5 things you can do to prevent it and 5 things to do once you realize your child isn’t being the kindest version of themselves. I went to tuck my kindergartner into bed […]
Do Kids Need Friends to be More Bully-Proof?
Inside: Kids need friends and positive peer relationships to be less attractive to bullies and to help bully-proof our kids. My ten year old started at her new school last week. It’s her third school in three years. Which is insane, but unavoidable. My daughter has navigated the world of being the new girl with […]
How to Keep Your Kids Safe From Cyberbullying
Inside: In this digital age, cyberbullying and online bullying has become more and more prevalent. Here’s what parents must know about cyberbullying before their tweens or teenagers get cyberbullied in order to keep them safe. Get over it lady. The world is not a nice place and you should teach your kids that just as […]