There is a long-time misunderstanding that being a stay-at-home mom is not working. Well, it surely is! Taking care of a child is HARD work. I've learned this since my daughter is 15-months-old, as well as I work with babies and toddlers on a daily basis at a local preschool. Even people who can afford … Continue reading Caring for a Child is HARD Work
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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
Lessons in the Importance of Assertiveness
As I imparted in my previous post, I thankfully was able to attend some of the fascinating lecture on self-regulation as well as speak personally with the young woman giving the talk. The issue was this: I didn't honor my initial instinct to ask my husband to help and watch my daughter that morning. I … Continue reading Lessons in the Importance of Assertiveness
Missing My Former, Pre-Mom Professional Life
Last week I had a very frustrating experience. There was a special speaker coming to the preschool where I work to discuss self-regulation and sensory processing—how kids take in the world around them, regulate their emotions (or don't). This relates to my masters in applied physiology and nutrition, as well as my certification in yoga, … Continue reading Missing My Former, Pre-Mom Professional Life
Different Way OR Different Shape Entirely
My 14-month-old daughter has a caterpillar toy where each section is a different shape and color. The goal is to match the shape to the correct section. Easy for mommy, possible yet still somewhat challenging for her toddler daughter. As I was observing her frustration with the harder shapes, I thought of this as a … Continue reading Different Way OR Different Shape Entirely
Embodying the Experience of a Relative Visiting My Toddler Daughter
This past weekend my brother visited us. The week prior my mom did. It was so great to see them spend time with my spunky 14-month-old daughter. This morning as I played with her, I imagined what it is like to play with an adorable toddler for 1 hour, as opposed to being in charge … Continue reading Embodying the Experience of a Relative Visiting My Toddler Daughter
My Journey to Becoming an Early Childhood Educator
I've always had an interest in child development. My goal as a nutritionist was to work in an outpatient pediatric setting to counsel children and their families on how to lead a healthier lifestyle. After grad school, I was blessed to find a job that did just that, and worked there for 6 years! Now, … Continue reading My Journey to Becoming an Early Childhood Educator
Why Money Isn’t Everything
My co-worker once commented that I could be making the same amount of money working as a part-time nutritionist for fewer hours than I work as an early childhood educator. When I decided to pursue a career in nutrition when I was in college it wasn't for the money, and now, when I am working … Continue reading Why Money Isn’t Everything
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