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Sibling Harmony: Navigating Holiday Challenges While Building Connection
I know the holidays can feel overwhelming when you're trying to manage multiple children's needs, especially with all the extra excitement, disrupted routines, and heightened emotions that come with this season.
Just the other day, a mom shared how her heart broke watching her oldest become inc...
by Dr. Jazmine —
Dec 16, 2024
boundaries/discipline
emotional regulation
sibling conflict
transitions/routines
The Gift of Boundaries: Setting Gentle but Firm Limits During the Holidays
We've all been there - standing in Target while our child melts down in the toy aisle, desperately wanting that shiny new toy they just spotted.
Our holiday to-do list is a mile long, we're already running behind, and in this moment, it would be so much easier to just give in.
After all, isn't t...
by Dr. Jazmine McCoy —
Dec 09, 2024
boundaries/discipline
emotional regulation
parent self-care/repair
transitions/routines
Holiday Transitions: Managing Routines When Everything is Different
It's like all our hard work goes out the window during the holidays," a mother shared recently, her voice heavy with both worry and guilt.
"Last night at Grandma's, my normally easy-going four-year-old had an epic meltdown at bedtime. I get it - different house, exciting day, family everywhere....
by Dr. Jazmine —
Dec 02, 2024
boundaries/discipline
emotional regulation
parent self-care/repair
transitions/routines
When Your Toddler Struggles with the New Baby: Scripts and Strategies for Managing Big Feelings
Sonya stood in her kitchen, trying to feed her 2-month-old while her toddler Elly clung to her leg crying.
"Mama, up! Up!" Elly begged.
Just as Sonya was about to reach down to comfort her, Elly turned and started roughly poking at the baby's feet.
"Gentle touches only!" Sonya reminded her, fee...
by Dr. Jazmine McCoy —
Nov 25, 2024
emotional regulation
sibling conflict
tantrums/aggression
transitions/routines
Transition Magic: Transform Stubborn Moments Into Smooth Routines for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Hey Proactive Parents!
Did you know? The average toddler has at least 1 tantrum a day, often during transitions - changing from one activity or place to another.
That's a lot of drama! 😅
But here's the good news: Many of these meltdowns are preventable.
In this newsletter, I’ll reveal the trans...
by Dr. Jazmine —
Sep 30, 2024
boundaries/discipline
emotional regulation
tantrums/aggression
transitions/routines