by smaclaughlin | Dec 5, 2016 | breastfeeding, connection parenting, sleep, tips and advice
If you haven’t heard of Elizabeth Pantley, you’re missing out. I will say again that I am super lucky to have the opportunity to read and review so many interesting parenting books. Ms. Pantley’s latest book (she’s written over a...
by smaclaughlin | Apr 29, 2015 | advocacy for children, connection parenting, tips and advice
I have been in the field of education, child care, or social work for the past 20 years. I have spent my entire life working with young children and their families. This work, paired with hundreds of books, and many trainings on trauma, crisis intervention, behavior...
by smaclaughlin | Mar 18, 2015 | brain science, handling meltdowns, tips and advice
Hi there! I’m thrilled to share with you: my first Big Idea and Teeny-Tiny Tip video! I kept it short and sweet–just 3 1/2 minutes. Don’t we all need help staying calm in ourselves and connected with our kids? Don’t we want to be more...