Simple Families | Parenting + Minimalism
Summary: Simple Families offers solutions for living well with children. In this show, we focus on minimalism with kids, positive parenting, family wellness and decreasing the mental load. As a Mama with a doctorate in Child Development, Denaye’s perspectives are grounded in research, but more importantly real life.
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In this episode I will discuss three things to consider when preparing your child for a sibling. We will also discuss what type of behavior and emotions you might encounter from a young child during this period as well. I wrap up with the one thing I wish I would have known before having my second baby. Show Notes: * Sign up for the Toy Detox * The New Baby Book (Depicts breastfeeding) * Rocker made for 3 + Ottoman
In this episode I will discuss three things to consider when preparing your child for a sibling. We will also discuss what type of behavior and emotions you might encounter from a young child during this period as well. I wrap up with the one thing I wish I would have known before having my second baby. Show Notes: * Sign up for the Toy Detox * The New Baby Book (Depicts breastfeeding) * Rocker made for 3 + Ottoman
In this episode I answer a question from a mother about her child that is shy and slow to warm up. I discuss ways to support and encourage her.
In this episode I answer a question from a mother about her child that is shy and slow to warm up. I discuss ways to support and encourage her.
In this episode we talk about making the difficult transition to daycare as a toddler. I discuss why it is so difficult for kids to separate and give (a strange) analogy.
In this episode we talk about making the difficult transition to daycare as a toddler. I discuss why it is so difficult for kids to separate and give (a strange) analogy.
It seems like kids are starting school earlier and earlier. In today’s episode, I will be discussing how to decide on the best age for a child to start preschool. Highlights: * Preschool vs. Daycare–what’s the difference? * What type of curriculum and education does a baby/young toddler need? * What’s the best age to start school? Show Notes/Links: How to Choose a Preschool
It seems like kids are starting school earlier and earlier. In today’s episode, I will be discussing how to decide on the best age for a child to start preschool. Highlights: * Preschool vs. Daycare–what’s the difference? * What type of curriculum and education does a baby/young toddler need? * What’s the best age to start school? Show Notes/Links: How to Choose a Preschool
The kids of today need minimalism. In this episode I am sharing with you some of the benefits of minimalism with kids and family. Highlights: * What is minimalism? * Four benefits for our children. Show Notes/Links Does your Kids Have Shiny Object Syndrome Why Kids Need Fewer Toys Research: Children learn better in simple, clean spaces Research: Clutter increases stress
The kids of today need minimalism. In this episode I am sharing with you some of the benefits of minimalism with kids and family. Highlights: * What is minimalism? * Four benefits for our children. Show Notes/Links Does your Kids Have Shiny Object Syndrome Why Kids Need Fewer Toys Research: Children learn better in simple, clean spaces Research: Clutter increases stress
Kids shouldn’t be playing with their food. That means making a mess should be the exception, not the expectation. In this episode I will discuss how to handle throwing and playing with food at mealtime. Highlights: * Understand the motive * Control of Error * The Food Time-Out Show Notes/Links: How to Get Kids to Stop Throwing and Playing at Meal Time One Simple Tip to Get Kids to Eat Better (Why we don’t talk likes/dislikes) Episode 05: How I Feed My Kids
Kids shouldn’t be playing with their food. That means making a mess should be the exception, not the expectation. In this episode I will discuss how to handle throwing and playing with food at mealtime. Highlights: * Understand the motive * Control of Error * The Food Time-Out Show Notes/Links: How to Get Kids to Stop Throwing and Playing at Meal Time One Simple Tip to Get Kids to Eat Better (Why we don’t talk likes/dislikes) Episode 05: How I Feed My Kids
It can be hard to get kids to go to bed. In today’s episode, I am answering a question about how to get a child to go to bed (and stay in bed). Highlights: * Bring the positive energy. * Pattern your days for success. * Get kids to stay in bed
It can be hard to get kids to go to bed. In today’s episode, I am answering a question about how to get a child to go to bed (and stay in bed). Highlights: * Bring the positive energy. * Pattern your days for success. * Get kids to stay in bed
Sharing is hard. In this episode, I am explaining why sharing can be such a struggle for young kids. I will also introduce the strategy that we use at home to handle sharing easily and effectively. Highlights * Why it’s so hard for kids to share * Walk a mile in their shoes * The Method: How do handle it at home Show Notes/Links Teach Your Kids to Share Without Losing Your Mind
