Recently a younger friend of mine said she wants to figure her career out before she has kids. I was the same way. But something happened when I became a mom—a part of me that was always there blossomed. My creative side, my playful side. They made me better at being a mom, so instead … Continue reading When Career Meets Mommyhood
Tag: early childhood education
Toddlers Remind Us to Live in the Moment
Toddlers change nearly every day. They also change their minds every minute. This is a reminder for me to live in the present moment rather than the projections in my head of what I expect or wish to happen. Children in general are fully focused on what they are doing—they are masters of mindfulness!
Emerging as a More Whole Me
Recently I started teaching Pilates sessions again. I have been certified since 2006—the summer before my father passed away—I love you Dad! Thanks for always believing in me!—and have been teaching on and off ever since. I am thrilled to be teaching again. By helping others work their core muscles, I am using a "muscle" … Continue reading Emerging as a More Whole Me
Emergent Curriculum and My Teaching Style
In reading about emergent curriculum, I like how it jives so well with my desire to be client-centered. I always wanted to inspire my pediatric patients to think for themselves when giving them nutrition education. Instead of saying, "Don't drink soda," I would show them a chart with sugar content of various drinks and ask … Continue reading Emergent Curriculum and My Teaching Style
Emergent Curriculum: A Passion Within Me Re-emerges
One of the main reasons I decided not to minor in education in college was because I didn't want to have to follow a set curriculum. Had I known about emergent curriculum, I may have rethought this decision. As I am learning from Emergent Curriculum in Early Childhood Settings, by Susan Stacey, there is a … Continue reading Emergent Curriculum: A Passion Within Me Re-emerges
The Richness of Childhood
I majored in psychology in college and was always interested in human development and behavior. Learning about child development was especially fascinating since I've always liked teaching and mentoring kids. Plus I used to be a kid myself, so it was nostalgic to look back over my own life and think about how these theories … Continue reading The Richness of Childhood
Nutrition Nuggets in Child Care Setting
Working full-time in a preschool, I often miss aspects of my career as a registered dietitian nutritionist. I worked as a full-time nutritionist in a pediatric clinic for six years, and have been seeing clients privately for the last three. But ever since I have shifted gears to focus on raising my daughter, I haven't … Continue reading Nutrition Nuggets in Child Care Setting
TBT: Heartwarming Moments Temper Cold, Frigid Mornings
It is cold outside. And windy. Very windy. Even though I am from NY I never get used to this weather. It always feels so ruthless and harsh, especially in the beginning. This morning, after having walked through a wind tunnel, on the way to my room, I am greeted by a crying toddler sitting … Continue reading TBT: Heartwarming Moments Temper Cold, Frigid Mornings
Rainbow at the End of the Hurricane
There was a silver lining to the whole hullabaloo with the talk that I mentioned in my previous two posts. While attempting to appease the children while attending the session, I gave them each a book. Later on, one of the books somehow ended up in our classroom (it had originated in the multipurpose room). … Continue reading Rainbow at the End of the Hurricane
Personal Growth after Becoming a Parent
This past week I attended a very inspiring talk about parenting and educating children. It was about finding the balance between love and limits and how to better prepare our children to deal with frustration and struggle in school and in life. Also, on how to motivate kids to find and cultivate their unique strengths. … Continue reading Personal Growth after Becoming a Parent
Mindful Nuggets 