With rates of ADHD rising (5.5 % from 2003 to 2007) and ASD disorders now at 1 in 110 children in the US, there has been a rise of treatments to help children and parents… Read More »Diagnoses of ADHD or ASD or anxiety disorders?
When I think back, it started with the concept of positive reinforcement. The thing is I KNOW better. Papa Tree and I took Birch to a parent-child class to a waldorf school where one of… Read More »Why I’m going to quit saying “Good Job!” (or at least try)
To address some of the issues parents face, Alice has put together some intimate talks for couples and individuals in the comfort of her Boerum Hill office. Her ever popular “To Work or Not to… Read More »Parenting Talks with our Parent Coach
I am a bit jealous of our kids…new classes, new friends- what about (sigh), me? Well, Long Island University has found an interesting way of combining their Children’s Academy with their School of Continuing Studies… Read More »Classes for you & your child & a free open swim (bring a swimcap!)
I am a bit jealous of our kids…new classes, new friends- what about (sigh), me? Well, Long Island University has found an interesting way of combining their Children’s Academy with their School of Continuing Studies… Read More »Classes for you & your child & a free open swim (bring a swimcap!)
We Americans love a good Cinco De Mayo celebration but, as it turns out, today is Mexican Independence Day. In honor of the holiday, when Mexicans all over the world celebrate their country’s independence from… Read More »Good Eats (and a Read) to Celebrate Mexican Independence Day
Savvy Tips to Get out the Door (for School or Daycare) With Brooklyn gearing up for back-to-school, now is the perfect time to think about your family’s routines and schedules. Switching from summer to the… Read More »The dreaded morning drill: tips for making it easier
As my daughter approached 3 (still in a crib!) and my tall son seemed to be growing in the shape of a C in his toddler bed, I had to come up with a new… Read More »Bunk beds- should you or shouldn't you?
As my daughter approached 3 (still in a crib!) and my tall son seemed to be growing in the shape of a C in his toddler bed, I had to come up with a new… Read More »Bunk beds- should you or shouldn’t you?
Food Issues and Toddlers THE FOOD DEMANDER and THE TROUBLE TRANSITIONER by Donna Fish Anyone out there have a kid who now is demanding food, or sweets a lot of the time? Worrying about how… Read More »Food Issues and Toddlers