By Julia Pimsleur Levine, founder of Little Pim I think the holidays are a great launching pad to ask my kids to imagine what children in other countries are doing during this special time. Are they counting down to Hanukah or Christmas in December? Is “The Big” day December 25th or a different day? At […]
Tag: Relationships
We all need human connection, although we don’t always do our best to cultivate and foster the relationships we value so much. Stable relationships form in infancy. A child’s earliest relationships with caregivers and family members shape her future connections. Read from the Mommybites Relationships archive. From advice for new moms, to marital relations, to relationships within an extended family, you’re sure to find something beneficial.
Bridging the Divide Between Mom & Nanny
Congratulations! Your nanny search has come to a successful end and you just hired your “perfect for you” new nanny. Everyone is very excited and you are totally optimistic that she’s going to work out great – the kids are going to love her, she’s going to rock this job, and you’re going to be […]
A Mother’s Preoccupation with Her New Baby
By Dr. Dana Dorfman, psychotherapist On September 11, it is impossible not to reflect on our personal experiences nine years ago. Six weeks prior to September 11, 2001, I was in the midst of my own crisis- the birth of my first baby. While elated and awestruck, I was overwhelmed, sleep deprived and hormonal. At […]
Bringing Home a New Baby to an Older Sibling
By Elise Jones, blog editor Soon after my first daughter turned two I brought home my second daughter. To say my first daughter was a bit in awe and more than a bit jealous, is an understatement. Big sis was already peeved I was not able to pick her up all the time and I […]
Five Ways to Become a Saner Mom
By Tammy Gold, Gold Parent Coaching Being a mother is one of the most rewarding, yet difficult jobs on the planet. A lot of moms however, do not recognize this important role as a full time job and like any other professional you deserve training, breaks and a lot of support. Below are some helpful […]
Who’s More Exhausted? How to Win the Contest in Your Marriage
By Carla Hugo, an Integrated Lifestyle Coach and offers Key Coaching for Family Harmony and Wellness It’s dark. The alarm blares and you’re up and eating breakfast alone. You’re envious of your mate and kids snuggled in bed. Stressed and exhausted before you even start your day at the office, you rush off to work […]
How Do I Help My Older Child Adjust to a New Baby?
by Dr. Sarah Klagsbrun of ParentingWithDrK.com, Child Psychiatrist, Medical Doctor, and mother of three The birth of a new baby is always an adjustment for an older sibling. So how can you make the adjustment easier for the big sister/big brother? TIP #1: Being called the “big brother” or “big sister” may NOT be so […]
Setting an Environment to Promote Secure Attachment
by Kathleen Cuneo, Ph.D., parent coach and founder of Dinner Together A child who is securely attached to his caregiver is a child who feels confident exploring the world stemming from his knowledge that his caregiver is a dependable, secure base available to provide comfort and soothing when needed. Creating a secure attachment relationship requires parents to be […]