Coach kids with confidence! Here are seventeen quotes to help you decode and navigate through challenging behaviors.
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Structure & Predictability: The Building Blocks for Kids
Structure and predictability are the building blocks of healthy development! Learn why and how to leverage them to help kids thrive!
Attachment: “Good Enough” Parenting Is Better!
From perfection to connection! Learn more about anxious attachment and how “Good Enough” parenting helps kids soar.
17 Quotes on Being the Calm in Our Kids’ Storm
We need to be it to teach it! Here are seventeen quotes on emotional regulation—on being the calm in our kids’ storm.
15 Quotes on Emotional Healing
We have to feel it to heal it! Here are fifteen quotes on generational patterns, trauma, and the journey to emotional healing.
Getting to the “Why” Behind Kids’ Behavior
A need met is a challenging behavior solved! Here are four everyday needs, kids’ behaviors that stem from them, and potential solutions.
Eating Disorders—Exploring Mental Health
Eating disorders are common and can have serious complications. Learn more about their impact, signs, and symptoms.
6 Signs of Anxiety in Kids
Anxiety in kids is both common and easy to miss. Here are six signs of the condition for parents to be on the lookout for.
How Parents Can Strengthen Bonds & Cooperation With Positive Language
Positive language is a powerful tool for strengthening bonds, gaining cooperation, and even increasing motivation in kids.
Parenting Hack: The Power of Positive, Strength-Based Communication
Learn how to harness the power of positive, strength-based language to successfully guide kids while strengthening your connection with them.
13 Quotes Illustrating the Power of Building on Strengths
Children grow best when we build on their strengths! Here are thirteen quotes illustrating how to lay a solid foundation for kids to thrive.
Parenting Hard? Remember the Keys!
Parenting is challenging! There’s so much advice out there! When you get overwhelmed, focus on these three keys…
Trauma-Informed Communications Start With L.O.V.E
Trauma-informed communications start with responding with L.O.V.E rather than reacting in haste. Read on to learn how.
What’s Your Child’s Love Language?
Each of us has a different way of expressing and interpreting affection. Embrace love languages and improve all your relationships.
Words Count! Positive Language Alternatives to Redirect & Connect
When it comes to redirecting and connecting with kids—words count! Here are positive language alternatives to use with your little ones.
14 Quotes on Having a Gentle Response to Kids’ Mistakes
Here are fourteen quotes to guide you in having a gentle response to kids’ mistakes and illustrate why it’s important.
4 Tips to Parent Foster Children with Trauma History
Parenting kids with trauma history isn’t always easy. Here are some tips to empower foster parents on their journey to guide future generations to come.
Rough Waters Ahead! A Guide to Raising Teens
Raising teens is hard! Here are twelve of YDI’s best quotes to guide you in parenting through the teenage years.
How to Combat Caregiver Burnout over the Holidays
Holiday magic takes work! And for some, it may lead to caregiver burnout. Learn how you can combat stress to stay at your best!
5 Tips to Help Kids With Holiday Anxiety & Stress
The holidays can be stressful for adults and kids alike! Learn how to help your child navigate seasonal stress like a pro!
How to Support Your Foster Child over the Holidays
For children in foster care, the holidays are often challenging. Learn how you can support your child during this time of year.
How to Embrace Mindful Parenting
Mindful parenting lays the foundation for happy, healthy kids! Learn to embrace these tips, and you can strengthen all of your relationships.
Relax! How to Be a More Mindful Parent
Learn how you can become a more mindful, peaceful parent.
You’ve Got This! Parenting Quotes to Inspire
Are you looking for a little parenting inspiration? Well, look no further! We’ve got ten of our most powerful parenting quotes to inspire!
Get a Little Earthy! Add Some Greenery to Your Life
To celebrate Earth Day, we would like to offer a few ideas of how you can incorporate more greenery into your daily life.
I’m Bored! Smells Like Bonding Time at Home with the Kids
Who hasn’t heard the dreaded words- I’m bored!? Have no fear! We’ve got some great ideas for things to fight boredom that will also promote bonding with your little ones.
It’s Not All Bad! A Return Back to the Family
The current situation doesn’t have to break you or your family. We have a few tips to help you use this time to strengthen your family ties!
10 Tips to Help You Parent Like a Pro!
Let’s be honest, parenting is no easy feat. Kid’s don’t come with instruction manuals…in fact, they are one of the few things that don’t. But have no fear, we are here to make things a little easier for you!
Mental Health Considerations During the COVID-19 Outbreak
The following are recommendations published by the World Health Organization on March 6, 2020.
Tips for Helping Kids Through the Coronavirus Outbreak
In order to support families with children staying at home, we have come up with four tips for parents.