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Why bedtime routines matter so much 🥱

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Hi friend, Have you ever noticed how much harder everything feels when kids are overtired? The meltdowns, whining, sibling fights, and struggles with focus or emotions all seem much bigger when kids aren’t getting enough sleep. Sleep impacts children’s mood, behavior, learning, growth, and emotional health—which is why bedtime routines matter so much. When kids know what to expect at bedtime, it helps their bodies and brains feel calm, safe, and ready for sleep. And kids are much more likely to follow routines they helped create themselves! I collaborated with sleep expert Chrissy Lawler (@the.peaceful.sleeper) for this month's Teach Me How issue called, " Let's Refuel! Learning How to Enjoy Getting Good Sleep ." Get it for only $6 until 6/14!! Download Today! After going through this lesson, your child will: U...

Books your child will love all summer long

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Hi friend, Are you ready for a book list that your kiddo will enjoy for HOURS? These books are not only incredibly engaging and hands on but will also stand the test of time. They are all hardback and durable! I'm sharing 20 of my favorite Paper Pie books that are Jacobs family tried and tested. Getting the best books is a simple way to keep those screens away. Check Them Out ​ ​ ​ Unsubscribe | Update your profile | 110 N Interstate 35 Suite 315-835, Round Rock, TX 78681 ​

Teaching body safety to kids

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Hi friend, My inbox has been blowing up this week with messages about the "no-sleepovers rule." I know this is a hot topic! Dozens of parents also asked how to teach their child about body safety, regardless of the situation they are in. These conversations are SO important to have when children are young, so they can be prepared to set boundaries, speak up, and say “NO!” when something doesn’t feel right. Last fall, I teamed up with a therapist to create a kid-friendly printable lesson called, “ I Have the Power to Keep My Body Safe: Learning About Body Safety and What to Do If You Feel Uncomfortable .” It teaches body safety in a positive , empowering way… with superheroes! Use code BODYSAFETY to get 30% off this resource today and start these conversations this summer. Get 30% off Today ​ This ...

How to talk to kids about sleepovers

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Hi friend, I've gotten a lot of questions since last week when I sent out my "Why We Don't Do Sleepovers" infographic. Questions like: How do I talk to my kids about this without scaring them? How can I help them not feel left out? What do I do about youth camps? I answer all these questions in my full blog post . It will help you understand how to make the conversation about safety, wisdom, and family values instead of fear. Read it HERE Here's to a safe and fun summer, ​ ​ Unsubscribe | Update your profile | 110 N Interstate 35 Suite 315-835, Round Rock, TX 78681 ​

(FREE) Why we don't do sleepovers

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Hi friend, I know this is a hot topic, but our family is a "no sleepover" family. We decided this long ago, when the girls were little. They would never go to sleepovers, and we would never have sleepovers at our house. We based this decision on statistics, research, and what we felt was right for our family. So you could consider us a "no sleepovers" family! I've been asked time and time again why we made this choice, so I created an infographic that makes the statistics easy to digest. Download HERE ​ ​ ​ Unsubscribe | Update your profile | 110 N Interstate 35 Suite 315-835, Round Rock, TX 78681 ​ ...

What every teenager needs. Really.

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Hi friend, I love teenagers! I think they add so much to the world. They give me so much hope for the future! And yet I get so many messages from parents worried about their teens and not knowing how to handle difficult behaviors. A study done with 90,000 teenagers determined what assets that they need (regardless of gender, race, culture, demographics) to grow up healthy, kind, and responsible. And I made it super simple for you. My webinar, " Understanding Your Teen: How They Think & What They Need From You ," is specifically for parents who need extra help and perspective during the teenage years. Watch it today! Learn What Teens Need I wrote this webinar just for you, connecting the dots between brain science and behavioral science to give you doable takeaways and SCRIPT. You are going to LOVE the perspective that it gives you. Your teen is so lucky to have you! ...

20 life skills a teenager should know

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Hi friend, Off the top of my head, here are 20 things I want my teens to know before they launch: ​ Does this make you worry about your teen's future? All of these skills take mentorship, confidence, and a sense of control over their own life. So what exactly do they need from you as a parent during this time? Watch the Webinar! This is the topic we discuss in my webinar: "Understanding Your Teen: How They Think & What They Need From You." In just 40 minutes, I will teach you surprising truths about the teenage brain that will change the way you parent them. I will help you hold your boundaries while being kind and firm. I hope to see you inside! ​ ...