This blog was inspired by a conversation with a client who was “frustrated beyond belief” at mealtime. One year, I decided that one of the “chores” my daughters would be responsible for was helping in the kitchen. I didn’t enforce this as much as I probably could have/should have at the time. But “Helpers […]
20 Freezer Meals in a Weekend: Combat Mealtime Madness (Part 2)
This blog was inspired by a conversation with a client who was “frustrated beyond belief” at mealtime. One time on a whim, I ordered a “20 Freezer Meals in a Weekend” package. It was a download that included 20 recipes, a master list of ingredients, instructions on how to prepare the food, and directions on […]
Dinner Brainstorm List: Combat Mealtime Madness (Part 1)
This blog was inspired by a conversation with a client who was “frustrated beyond belief” at mealtime. I’ll be honest. Although I don’t mind cooking, I am not a foodie. And I’m not embarrassed to admit that I would be perfectly happy eating most of my meals off a typical kids’ menu if the food […]
Is it Possible to Help My Child Be More Resilient as We Exit the Pandemic?
Dear Dr. Renee,Is it possible to help my child be more resilient as we exit the pandemic? Is this a born-in thing that some people have and others don’t?-J.A. Dear J, I am so glad you asked! As we exit the pandemic, I am working with a number of parents to help their children become more […]
Why is My Sweet Child Acting This Way?
Dear Dr. Renee,It is almost summer and I can’t wait! It has been a long year and both my kids and I need this break. My problem is that we still have about 3 weeks of school left and my son seems to be goofing off more than usual. He is getting into trouble at […]
I Just Want Them to Go to Sleep!
Dear Dr. Renee, I am having a hard time getting my kids in bed on time. Well, actually, I have a hard time getting my kids to go to sleep once they are in bed. My son needs a drink of water, or my daughter wants another hug. It’s always ‘one more thing’ and I […]