make joy normal: cozy homeschooling
In the context of promoting joy, fun and an environment of love, Bonnie welcomes you! Bonnie is a homeschool mom of seven kids, 32 years in - writer, speaker and cheerleader. Meet her cohosts who bring your questions and theirs to the table: Elizabeth, mom of six, in the thick of glorious family life, and Christina, just starting the homeschool journey with three littles. Join us for some honest discussion about how to make home education cozy. Just like you imagined.
make joy normal: cozy homeschooling
sleep matters: an interview with Heather, a woman supporting tired parents
If you have children, you need to hear this. Heather Boyd is an occupational therapist, specializing in... sleep.
She is on a mission to help families navigate their baby’s sleep and development through family-centred therapy, evidence, attachment theory, and empathy. She provides the information and tools you need to help your baby thrive, increase your confidence, and help parents thrive!
00:14 - Welcome and about Heather
5:48 - How does lack of sleep affect us?
12:50 - Are there safe ways to bedshare?
19:32 - How do we navigate all the conflicting advice around baby sleep?
24:41 -Sleep training and leading baby towards sleep
34:27 - What are your thoughts on baby crying himself to sleep?
39:32 - Accepting the challenges and parent wellness
45:19 - Package sessions and free resources available
53:47 - Are there things that people can do prior to having children to help prepare?
Heather Boyd - Holistic Gentle Baby Sleep Coaching and Infant Development
6 Stages to Understand Your Baby's Sleep from Birth to 5 Years
Discipline - Five Ways to Use Connection To Get Cooperation
Safe Co-sleeping Guidelines by Dr. James McKenna
Thursday Tip: Breastfeeding and Bed Sharing | La Leche League Canada
Helping 'Orchid' Children Thrive by Dr. Deborah MacNamara (Part 1 of 3)
Helping 'Orchid' Children Thrive (Part 2 of 3)
Helping 'Orchid' Children Thrive (Part 3 of 3)
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