What Are the Benefits of Routines for Children
September 27, 2021
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Fall is in the air. In our house that means back to school, cooler weather, and high school football. It also means schedules, commitments, and routines. But honestly, I’ll take it. Fall 2020 was rough. Thanks to a worldwide pandemic, the autumn routines…
Active Over Passive: Helping Our Kids Love Exercise
September 25, 2021
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There’s no escaping it: part of being a parent today is helping our kids navigate the confusing, fast-paced, sometimes consuming world of technology. If you ever find yourself begging your child to put down the phone, tablet, or video game to get some…
How Do I Talk About Suicide?
September 24, 2021
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As a counselor I often find myself in difficult conversations because, after all, that’s my job. There are times when I wish I didn’t have to ask certain questions or give hard to hear advice. I have felt at times that I was being intrusive…
Top 5 Virtual Museum Tours
September 23, 2021
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I love visiting the museum, especially on rainy days. As an adult, I can now see the larger impact it had on me as a child. While it’s an excellent place for children to learn about art, history, and the world around them,…
How to Teach Your Kids Good Time Management Skills
September 22, 2021
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Kids need to learn a lot of skills in order to live their lives to the fullest. One of those critical skills is time management. If you’re like me, your own time management might not be up to par (looking at you, Netflix).…
Family Looking Up Podcast: Taking the Fear Out of Cell Phones
September 21, 2021
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Is parenting the hardest job? It’s a definite possibility. Raising children can be so tough, but also one of the most rewarding things we can do. Recently, Troomi founder and CEO Bill Brady joined the Family Looking Up podcast to talk about the…
Why Troomi is the Best Cell Phone for Kids
September 21, 2021
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Well, it finally happened. The day you hoped would never arrive is here: your kid is growing up, and you’ve decided it’s time they get their own cell phone. This day sounds ominous, but it can and should be exciting! After all, phones…
What Are Lifelong Learning Strategies For Kids?
September 20, 2021
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I’ve had an ongoing debate with my oldest son for years. While I consistently tout the benefits of a college education, he questions its necessity. And to his credit, I’m beginning to be swayed. Don’t get me wrong—I believe wholeheartedly in lifelong learning.…