Listen Now. Press Play! http://traffic.libsyn.com/parentingtoolbox/PT-01-Games-of-Engagement.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download Marishu speaks with entrepreneur, musician and father of two, Colin Wiebe. In this episode Marishu and Colin discuss simple games...
We now live in an age of distraction. The main culprit is smart phones when itcome to “Tuned Out” parents. The ability to focus on our parent/childrelationships is under threat due to the amount of time we spend connecting tothe world via devices.The amount of screen...
Fed Up Parenting Complaining about how we never have anytime for ourselves once we havechildren is nothing new. However, lately I have been hearing some parentsdiscouraging couples who have no children to avoid having a family. Thereasoning for this advice?Having kids...
Finding your Childs Strengths. Infusing your child with confidence starts with understanding what strengths your child possesses. Personal traits such as kindness, creativity and empathy play into their social interactions. By being a good friend that is honest and...
In this episode, Marishu addresses the sensitive topic – teaching kids about body image. Do you have a belief about your body Image? That belief is often passed down to our children and it becomes confusing to them as they age. On one hand we shower them with...
In this episode, Marishu asks the question. Are you a good parent?She share tips on how to improve your child’s self esteem.How do we decide what good parenting is? Is it based on the individual child or a standard for how children should behave? Each child does...
In this episode Marishu looks at the issue of kids that refuse to go to school.All parents deal with their kids not wanting to go to school. Perhaps they were embarrassed by public speaking, or a friendship ended, a teacher was stern, and your child finds it created...
In this episode Marishu looks at the issue of keeping kids at home when they are sick.The school year gets hit from time to time with outbreaks of colds, flu or pneumonia. It can be difficult to know what to do to prevent your child from getting sick. Good Hygiene is...
In this episode Marishu outlines how parents can address the issue of racial bias.Racial Bias is a real thing. It is not fake news or fairy tales but a tangible struggle for some that are targeted due to race or religion. Talking to our children about the impact of...
In this episode Marishu asks, have you ever planned a meaningful conversation with your kids? A purposeful conversation is setting the intention to listen and understand as opposed to hear and fix.You can start by asking if there is anything they want to talk about,...
In this episode Marishu shares way to teach children about judgement and how judging others can hurt relationships.What do you think of when I say the word “Judgement”? For many it evokes the feeling of not being good enough. Too many times we place the label of “your...
In this episode Marishu shares ways to keep the spirit of Christmas and the generosity of the holiday season active throughout the year.What we most love about Christmas is the spirit of giving, getting together with family, the glitter and glamour of the holidays....
Christmas is over and school is back in session. In this episode Marishu give parents ideas on how to beat the January Blues and deal with your child’s boredom.How many times have you heard your child say, “I’m bored, there is nothing to do!” This sentiment has become...