Kate Orson's Blog, page 2
May 18, 2018
Giggle Parenting: Channel Mummy
When it comes to our kids wanting screentime, it’s always good to look at what’s going on in the moment. Is their need for screentime because they need something to escape feelings of boredom, to zone out, or numb themselves? Most of the time, what children want and need more than screentime is connection. That’s … Continue reading Giggle Parenting: Channel Mummy
January 31, 2018
The ‘Perfect Parenting’ Show
My daughter is six now, and many of my Giggle Parenting ideas for younger children are a little worn out now. So now I’m needing to develop new more ‘sophisticated’ ideas! This is one that she finds hilarious, and works in a number of situations, whenever you feel like your child needs more connection, or … Continue reading The ‘Perfect Parenting’ Show
January 10, 2018
Giggle Parenting For Getting Your Child Out Of The House!
On cold January days it can be hard to get motivated sometimes. I know I often feel better once I get out there and see people, but sometimes transitioning out of the house can be hard. When it comes to our children we can use Giggle Parenting to help. Today I had to get to … Continue reading Giggle Parenting For Getting Your Child Out Of The House!
November 22, 2017
Hand in Hand Courses for Just $9!
Today in the US it’s thanksgiving, and to celebrate Hand in Hand Parenting have an amazing sale on all of their online Parent Rescue Squad Courses. I love these and still find them a constant source of inspiration even after years working as an instructor. So whether you are just beginning Hand in Hand Parenting, … Continue reading Hand in Hand Courses for Just $9!
October 25, 2017
The 7 Day Listening Partnership Challenge is Back!
I just came back from a Hand in Hand Parenting instructor retreat in Romania. 26 instructors and instructors to be gathered together to work on our deepest feelings, and fill our cups for the challenging work of parenting. I came away reminded that so much of what makes parenting hard can be fixed with enough … Continue reading The 7 Day Listening Partnership Challenge is Back!
October 18, 2017
The Giggle Parenting Guide To Getting Your Child To Listen
Yesterday my daughter was sitting on the sofa watching her ipad, and we needed to leave the house. I kept asking her, and trying to get her attention, and there was no response. I could feel myself getting impatient, but then I remembered that the most effective way to get through to her is to … Continue reading The Giggle Parenting Guide To Getting Your Child To Listen
September 18, 2017
Giggle Parenting Inspiration: Soft Toy Drop
Last night I was reading my daughter a story before bed, and she seemed fidgety and wriggly. Oh dear I found myself thinking, she’s not tired enough for sleep. And then of course I remembered, Giggle Parenting! We have a big pile of soft toys in our bedroom and I suggested that she grab a … Continue reading Giggle Parenting Inspiration: Soft Toy Drop
August 20, 2017
How Listening Partnerships Can Help You Make Parenting Decisions
Have you ever read a parenting article and thought that the advice sounded great, in an ideal world where you had the emotional strength and energy to be the parent you want to be? Hand in Hand Parenting is different to almost any other parenting approach because we don’t just offer you parenting advice on … Continue reading How Listening Partnerships Can Help You Make Parenting Decisions
August 8, 2017
Take the Hand in Hand Parenting Sleep Course for just $1 !
There’s an amazing sale on at the Hand in Hand Parenting store at the moment. You can take their online sleep course for just $1! Sign up here, and you’ll get all of Patty Wipfler’s wonderful videos and reading materials almost for free. At $1 you can hardly lose, but if you’d like to learn … Continue reading Take the Hand in Hand Parenting Sleep Course for just $1 !
July 1, 2017
Giggle Parenting For When You Work From Home
\ I’ve worked from home since my daughter was a baby and 99% of the time it works well. When her dad is there to take care of her I shut the door to the spare room in our small flat and I am rarely disturbed. How do I do it? It’s not just about … Continue reading Giggle Parenting For When You Work From Home
