About a week ago, right before bedtime, my five-year-old girl threw a major tantrum - screams, kicking, crying. The works! I cannot remember now what caused it, but I remember the emotions very well. I was tired, frustrated, and angry. I racked my brains for solutions that I may have read in the many parenting books and sites that I have read. After a few minutes, I found … [Read more...]
How to handle your child’s meltdowns in a positive way
Just the other day, my seven-year-old had one of her rare mini meltdowns over a number of things that just added up for her. She ran to another room, cried her heart out, and while we were in a hug, blurted out: “Please help me to stop crying.” I was brought back to a few years ago, when her meltdowns were frequent and oh, so draining. I would just always hug her, answer … [Read more...]
Mathematics of Late Parenthood: Make Everyday Count
"Can I raise my child well? Can I face all the changes and challenges of motherhood?" These were some of the questions that might have indirectly influenced my decision to delay my parenting journey. Being responsible for another one’s life sounded so tough and challenging for me. Raising a child was definitely not on our to-do list during our early years as a couple. I … [Read more...]
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