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Good Morning!
Walking to synagogue this past Shabbat with my 5 year old daughter…
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Nurtured to Thrive
When father's day comes around, It's natural to wonder how…
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I Love You (especially) Here
When he was very young, at times, our oldest son would hit…
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Two of the Most Dangerous Words to Say to Your Child
Two of the most dangerous words you can say to your child:
"You're…
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Stop Blaming Your Parents
Stop Blaming Your Parents.
כִּי־אָבִ֣י וְאִמִּ֣י…
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“Please Don’t Make Your Child Behave”
I was browsing the library when two children, a boy and a girl…
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10 Suggestions for Encouraging a Jewish “Growth” Mindset in (ourselves and) Our Children:
EMPATHIZE AND MODEL
1. Be open with them regarding your…
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Your Child’s Brain as Co-Parent
One of the most difficult questions new parents ask is:
“How…
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Self Esteem Junk Food
I know a creative child. He writes short stories, builds bows…
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The Next Moses?
I recently witnessed a well meaning rabbi communicate to a room…