Play. To many, a simple, daily activity built into a child’s schedule where children are free to use their imaginations, set their own rules, and just be “kids.” But there is more to play than what meets the eye. Play is an essential part of a child’s overall development. As children develop, they pass through …
It was recently brought to my attention that there is such a thing as National Peanut Butter Cookie Day. And why wouldn’t there be? There are national days to celebrate just about everything under the sun. It only makes sense that there would be a special day for something as delightful as this cookie. Given …
“Mommy! Look at this!” my youngest shouts, bouncing down the hall.I’d love to look, but I’m too busy picking dried-up fruit snacks out of the living room carpet. “In a minute, sweetie,” I shout over my shoulder.Thirty brief seconds pass. “Mommy!” The voice gets louder . . . and the bouncing gets closer.“Hold on!”I make a mental note …
One important way to nurture your baby is through play. I can’t overemphasize the value of play and enjoying play without any agenda. Playing is simply what babies do! While you can play with no agenda, many of us need a good starting point. Here are some month-by-month ideas to help you and your baby …
Once upon a time on a cold day in March, I opened the calendar and started to plan summer for my kids. My sons were eight and ten, so I was thinking about Zoo Camp, Scout Camp, Enrichment Classes . . . the usual roster of “fun” summer activities. But when I approached them with …
Why Can’t We Just Play: Major Lessons from the Book Read More »
Familius is celebrating its 10 year anniversary this year! Read along to learn what our founder and CEO Christopher Robbins has to say about the last 10 years and our goals for the next 10 years. Goals and Coaches Familius’s goal is to help you have a happy family. We like the goal. We want …
Kids’ friendships tend to be filled with ups and downs and changes. Possibly your daughter has a friend who sometimes feels more like a frenemy. Or your son hasn’t found a group that feels like a good fit. Or your child has a friendship that suddenly ended in middle school. To add more complexity, people …
Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate all kinds of love. While popular culture makes us believe that Valentine’s Day is only for love-struck couples, it’s a day of love, and that love can be for anyone—it doesn’t have to be just about romantic love. Valentine’s Day provides a great opportunity to have fun with …
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What If My Kid Doesn’t Want to Be Friends with Someone? Throughout childhood, kids are taught to be kind and treat others as they would like to be treated. But what if your daughter or son prefers not to be friends with someone? Maybe she feels bad after spending time with this person. Or, for …
Many families have a goal to be more active this year. When we make movement a habit, we set our children up for healthier lives, physically, mentally, and emotionally. As a parent of three, I know it can be tempting to really lean on our screens—especially when it’s cold outside. But as a fitness instructor, …
