Tag: emotional intelligence
-
If Your Children Graded Your Parenting, What Would You Earn?
Get Pregnant Fast Have you ever pondered what your parenting report card might look like? When it comes to “preparing delicious meals,” my daughter would undoubtedly give me a failing grade—probably an F, citing the scarcity of cookies, yogurt, and her beloved pizza. However, in the category of “creating a cozy bedroom,” I might pull…
-
Navigating Sibling Disputes: 5 Essential Guidelines
Get Pregnant Fast When I was expecting my second daughter, I envisioned a harmonious bond between her and her older sister. I imagined them happily playing together, trading toys like Legos, dolls, and even princess crowns, all while sharing sweet smiles. I thought they would giggle together over silly antics and would never dream of…
-
“Boys Will Be Boys” Is an Outdated Justification for Poor Behavior
Get Pregnant Fast Just a couple of days before a tragic shooting in Orlando, my partner was drawn into a heated conversation with her son’s father. It all started when he sent her a photo of their son, Lucas, proudly displaying a massive monster truck T-shirt, captioned, “This is how little boys should dress.” For…
-
A 6-Year-Old’s Heartfelt Plea for Family Unity Leaves Us All Inspired
Get Pregnant Fast In an eye-opening moment over the weekend, six-year-old Mia Thompson delivered a powerful message that left her mother, Laura, in tears. Following Laura’s recent divorce from Mia’s father, the little girl took it upon herself to express her deep desire for harmony among her family. Watch as Mia passionately shares her perspective:…
-
Mommy’s Emotions: Educating My Toddler on Feelings and Empathy
Get Pregnant Fast “Is Mommy happy?” My 2-year-old recently began asking me this question whenever she sensed my stress or frustration, or when she did something that she knew might upset me. Initially, I was taken aback. It saddened me to realize my little one could detect my frustration and was concerned about how her…
-
15 Reasons Why Toddlers Seem to Be Constantly Angry
Get Pregnant Fast Toddlers often get a bad reputation for their tempestuous behavior. Their little worlds are filled with challenges, and let’s face it, they have very specific demands—like insisting that their sandwich crusts are cut just right and that juice must be in their favorite cup. Life can be quite the struggle for these…
-
A Child’s Tragedy Scale: Navigating Their Emotional Ups and Downs
Get Pregnant Fast When my daughter Lily was just 7, I took her and my friend Mia’s daughter to a concert. Mia’s daughter was significantly taller, having just transitioned from a booster seat, while Lily still needed hers. I had no idea that this seemingly trivial difference would lead to a full-blown emotional crisis. Within…
-
My Black Daughter Is Not Your “Girlfriend”
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, it’s essential to recognize the language we use, especially when it concerns children of different races. I often find myself reflecting on the interactions my daughters have with others. From flight attendants to strangers in grocery stores, it seems that everyone feels entitled to claim my daughters as their…