by smaclaughlin | Jan 19, 2023 | perspective, screen time, self-regulation
The winter can be a tough time with littles. You’re stuck inside unless you dress in a million layers and exhausted by the lack of sunlight and vitamin D—it’s less than fun. Who among us hasn’t checked the clock thinking it’s close to bedtime only to see that it’s...
by smaclaughlin | Jan 14, 2018 | mindful parenting, mindfulness, modeling, screen time
Alright people. I’m gonna give it to you straight. I have not been writing regularly and there are likely many reasons for that. But, I discovered one in particular lately, and I feel the need to share. Back story: My 9-year-old challenged me to take a 24-hour break...
by Sarah MacLaughlin | Mar 25, 2014 | brain development, connection parenting, developmental expectations, emotional intelligence, mindful parenting, my life, parenting style, perspective, power, problem-solving, resiliency, Uncategorized
In an ongoing effort to practice what I preach, I have been test-driving theories on my own child for the past several years. For those of you who, a) have not managed to keep your home 100% screen-free, and b) are living with children old enough to beg, (toddlers are...