Under Construction: New and Exciting Changes Ahead!
The Intelligent Nest will be undergoing some very exciting changes over the next month. I will be taking a break from weekly postings, seminars and home consultations to focus on updating the website to give it a new and improved… Read More ›
Recent Posts
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Battle of the Sexes
When it comes to boys v. girls, is there a real difference in how they play and learn? Does the stereotype that boys like to play rough and be tough and that girls like dolls and malls have scientific backing? Time for… Read More ›
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Narration: An Essential Communication Strategy
What frustrates you the most about spending the day with young children? Chances are that your response incorporates the element of communication. You just asked a child to put their shoes away and they are laying on their back playing… Read More ›
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I am a Parent, but Who am I?
What do you like to do? What interests you? What makes you feel alive? How would you dress if you didn’t need to consider your exposure to playground sand, spit-up or paint? Mothers and Fathers, who are you and what does… Read More ›
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Battle of the Opinions: Is Breast Really Best?
As with past “Battle of the Opinions”, I like to pose a controversial parenting topic that every parent comes face to face with considering. We’ll look at the reasons for and against and then let you decide what you think…. Read More ›
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Grounding Guilt
Guilt-laden parenting tactics: What parent hasn’t resorted to them at some point, perhaps only out of desperation? What impact does guilt-inducing parenting tactics have on children? And why do we, who love our children so deeply, use them at times?
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How to Persevere Through Toy Rotation Burnout
Have you been thinking about starting a toy rotation system, but are unsure if you want to commit to keeping it in place? Have you started rotating toys, but are feeling burnt out? Here are 5 tips to help you… Read More ›
