Oct 16 – Be a kid again

October 16, 2010

Welcome to AP Month! Lose your dignity today with your children.  Fall down, sing crazy songs, dance around, stumble, be silly, exaggerate everything, and look foolish. Bid on one or more of these special auction items from WYSH and Parent2ParentU and refresh and recharge your parenting perspective.

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October 15 – Practice mindfulness.

October 15, 2010

Welcome to AP Month! When you walk, say to yourself, “I am walking” and feel the effects of the ground on your feet.  When you eat, be conscious of the movements of your hands, the taste of the food, the feel of the food in your mouth.  Wherever you are, take in your surroundings. The […]

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October 14 – Sock hop

October 14, 2010

Welcome to AP Month! Play the sock game.  Each family member tries to take off everyone else’s socks while keeping his or her own on. Check out the baby socks at our sponsor Boutique Organic! Only three days to bid on our online auction! See what new items have arrived!

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October 13 – Explore

October 13, 2010

Read some books with your children outside today.  Find some nature themed books and then explore your environment after you’re done reading. Thank you to our sponsor The Natural Child Project.

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October 12 – Fall Picnic

October 12, 2010

Have a picnic in the backyard. If you have older children, have everyone be responsible for bringing and cleaning up at least one thing.  Children as young as toddlers love to help! Find a yummy, healthy picnic recipe from our partner Mothering Magazine’s Peggy’s Kitchen !

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October 11 – Plan a camp in!

October 11, 2010

Plan a family “camp-in” in the living room this weekend.  Pile all the blankets and pillows on the floor and enjoy a night camping with the family at home.

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October 10 – Adjust your focus

October 10, 2010

Have you ever noticed how you get what you focus on?  Today, make an effort to refocus and look at everything through positive & curious eyes.  Be curious as you observe your child/children.  Preview your response before making it and shift any negative thoughts to curiosity.  Watch for the positive reasons behind your child/children’s actions. […]

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