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Safeguarding Summer Play
Summers get busy! Here are some reasons why you want to be sure and safeguard summer play along with ideas for making the most of it!
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Posted on May 21, 2026 by confidentparentsconfidentkids
School Volunteering as a High School Parent
Engaging with your “kid”‘s middle or high school may look differently than the elementary school years but it’s still important. Check out what three parents have to say about how they’ve stayed involved. #parentengagement #schoolfamilypartnerships
Posted on May 14, 2026 by confidentparentsconfidentkids
Creating Joyful Memories through Family Rituals: Making the Small Moments Count
Simple rituals can contribute to feelings of comfort, certainty, and connection. Check out these ideas from educational experts @HelenMaffini and @WendyO’Leary!
Posted on April 30, 2026 by confidentparentsconfidentkids
The Heart of Homeschooling; Building Essential Life Skills
How can #homeschooling families include the teaching of essential life skills like self awareness, self management, and relationship skills? Check out this post/guide from educational expert and homeschool teacher Pamela McVeagh-Lally.
Posted on April 23, 2026 by confidentparentsconfidentkids
Friendship Struggles — Our Children’s and Our Own
When our children feel pain or rejection, how can we help them with those friendship struggles? Educator Julie Braumberger offers her tips for supporting friendship skills in children and for herself too! #friendship #growingfriendship
Posted on April 21, 2026 by confidentparentsconfidentkids
How to Create a Caring Relationship with the Environment; Simple Steps to Begin this Earth Day…
How can you help your family create a caring relationship with the environment? Celebrate Earth Day and begin with some simple steps!
Posted on April 16, 2026 by confidentparentsconfidentkids
Value-Based Parenting When It Goes Against the Norm
In what ways have you gone against social norms with your parenting? It’s not easy or comfortable but sometimes, it’s required if we are to align with our core values. Check out more from expert Anna-Lisa Mackey!
Posted on April 2, 2026 by confidentparentsconfidentkids
Building Our Kids’ Self-Trust
How do we build self trust in our kids? With a dose of self compassion for ourselves as parents, we are more capable and intentional of accepting our kids’ emotions — messiness and all!
Posted on March 26, 2026 by confidentparentsconfidentkids
Creating Calming Spaces in Homes and Classrooms
How can both parents and teachers create similar calming spaces for children to learn emotional regulation? Check out this educator’s tips!
Posted on March 19, 2026 by confidentparentsconfidentkids
From the Kitchen Table to the Carpool Lane: Growing Essential Life Skills Through Everyday Routines
How do we seize our everyday opportunities to build essential life skills? It doesn’t require big changes. It’s all in the small, intentional moments. Check out these tips!
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