“When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” Dear TLC Families, I shared that familiar proverbial phrase in the first newsletter for the spring semester of TLC Play & Parenting Classes (along with TLC’s famous recipe for lemon-scented homemade playdough). I’ve always been drawn to the positive, can-do attitude...
Let's celebrate Spring with The Loved Child's famous homemade play dough recipe! Unlike commercial play dough, this play dough is 100% safe for children who are still exploring objects by mouthing. It also lasts for months if stored in an airtight container. Enjoy! Easy recipe for...
The current public health situation can seem overwhelming right now for many families. Work is in flux, kids are separated from friends and their usual routines, and balancing everything amid a pandemic is unlike anything we’ve ever faced. Addressing COVID-19 with children directly can also be...
At this point, we’re sure that you’re caught up on the latest COVID-19 news, especially if you're a parent or caregiver. With many people working from home, schools closing, daycares shut down, and educational centers like TLC temporarily closing as a precautionary measure, many parents and...
In this highly unusual and stressful time for us all, parenting challenges can feel heavier and more worrisome. The stress that children are experiencing right now will likely have effects on their behavior, including sleep! This is normal and to be expected, but how should...
Mental Health Awareness Month could not have come at a better time! Living with a global pandemic is challenging. And for some, the increased anxiety, the isolation, and the worry for loved ones could be tipping points for a slide into diminished or compromised mental...
COVID-19 has changed the way that we all live and work almost overnight. From how we grocery shop to how we catch up with our friends to how our kids are going to school, everyone has needed to make adjustments during this strange and unprecedented...
by Nora Dybdal, Play & Parenting Facilitator & Yoga Instructor Wow, you guys. What a time we’re living in! I feel like I’m riding on a roller coaster of emotions every day. There are times of extreme beauty and connection, and there are times of deep...
by Jennifer Gillette, Founder & Owner of The Loved Child Parenting Center Have you noticed that during these uncertain times we have been inundated by articles and social media posts addressing the dire need to support parent employees? As I shared recently in a post on The...
by Danielle Shea Tan, Functional Family Nutritionist With so much fear and sadness surrounding us right now, it is critical for our well-being to find some joy and fun in each day as best as we can. When prioritized and organized well, mealtimes can offer happy,...
