by PureJoyParenting | Oct 26, 2017 | Big Feelings, Blog, Joy Based Parenting, Parenting Advice, Sibling Conflicts
Last week we talked about how to turn inside to attend to what is arising in us when our children are fighting. Once we are able to separate out enough from our emotional trigger and step back into our adult role we can offer our children some ways to work with what... by PureJoyParenting | Jun 23, 2017 | Big Feelings, Blog, Offerings, Parenting Advice, Single Parenting
I grew up with a rageful mom and spent most of my life avoiding all situations that triggered my rage. I was terrified I would be like her so kept a lid on my rage by avoiding going deeper in a relationship. When I adopted my daughter I had HUGE expectations on myself... ![Does Your Child Really Need Consistent Routines?]()
by PureJoyParenting | Aug 8, 2015 | Blog, Joy Based Parenting, Parenting Advice, Single Parenting, Unconditional Love
When I started my blog I was disciplined and determined to write every week. I kept it up for a good 2 years which for me is amazing. Then the tides changed and I didn’t write for 2 years which is also amazing. One of my highest values is freedom and this... ![Does Your Child Really Need Consistent Routines?]()
by PureJoyParenting | Dec 6, 2011 | Joy Based Parenting, Parenting Advice, Unconditional Love
Families often ask me if they parent this way how will it turn out? Will their child be responsible, loving, kind and hard working? Will they learn the difference between right and wrong? Will they get into a good college? Most of these questions are based on... ![Does Your Child Really Need Consistent Routines?]()
by PureJoyParenting | Nov 27, 2011 | Joy Based Parenting, Parenting Advice
I find it extremely challenging to trust that my daughter will do the “right” thing if I don’t constantly remind her or hold her to my standard. So, as a parent, I made a choice not to take over my daughter’s business and trust that she will... ![Does Your Child Really Need Consistent Routines?]()
by PureJoyParenting | Oct 4, 2011 | Parenting Advice, Unconditional Love
We feel seen and heard in the arms of connection. One of my clients expressed it so beautifully when he said, “I just want my dad to connect with my heart instead of my head.” Over and over this young man feels missed and doesn’t know how to find... 
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