Tag Archives: parenting

Early-Learning Programs: ‘A Better Future For America’

Posted on October 15, 2022 by msw blog

I love the Op-ed section of the paper. I believe we all need to write at least one letter on something we’re passionate about in our lifetime. In saying that, I applaud this reader As a parent of two children … Continue reading →

Posted in Reading | Tagged acess, children, classroom, fine motor skills, Future, Head Start program, kindergarten, learning, legislative issues, op-ed, opportunity, parenting, social skills, systemic oppression | Leave a comment

Caregiver Humor

Posted on October 14, 2022 by msw blog

Something cute. I came home yesterday from work and Mom came out to the kitchen to greet me. I said, “Mom, you have on my sweat pants!” We each have a pair of soft, comfy pea green sweats. Hers are … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged bathing, caregiver, children, gifts, humor, kindness, laughter, love, memories, motherhood, parenting, prayer, rhymes, weight loss | 2 Comments

Whining

Posted on October 1, 2022 by msw blog

Is there an effective way to respond to whining? When my daughter used to whine, I would say, “Oh gosh, it sounds like maybe you want something, but it hurts my ears when you talk in that voice! Could you … Continue reading →

Posted in Clinical Supervision | Tagged behavior, children, communication, discipline, induction, parenting, perspective, what would you do?, whining | 2 Comments

Who’s Got Your Kids

Posted on September 22, 2022 by msw blog

Once I was visibly pregnant, many assumed I was leaving my restaurant to stay at home with my kids. It felt like I had two choices: abandon my family to pursue my career or stay at home to be a … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged affordability, balance, career, childcare, day care, flexible, government incentive, government incentives, information sharing, opinions, parenting, parenting skills, Pregnant, pride, religion, reproductive decisions, responsibility, training, women's rights | 2 Comments

Tell Me About Your Day

Posted on September 19, 2022 by msw blog

Our adult daughter, 28, doesn’t call us often, but often when she does, she is in a blue funk and sees every aspect of her life as a negative. She got an interview with a firm she has really wanted … Continue reading →

Posted in Clinical Supervision | Tagged active listening, boundaries, children, communication, depression, interview, mental health, negative self talk, parenting, Secondary Trauma, therapist, time managment, what would you do? | 2 Comments

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