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Bedtime7 Steps for a School Sleep Schedule

7 Steps to Get Your Child on a School Sleeping Schedule Now

July 27, 2022 by Rachel Raybin Leave a Comment

Summer. Can’t wait for it to get here—can’t wait for it to be over. The new school year is just around the corner and now is time to pull in the reins and get ready for school and it starts with your child’s school sleeping schedule. That lazy crazy summer sleeping schedule has got to…

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I Don’t Like My Child’s Teacher

September 14, 2021 by Rachel Raybin Leave a Comment

School is in full swing and hopefully your child has settled into a routine that keeps things running smoothly. Everything is going well, but there’s something that’s just bothering you. You can’t really put your finger on it. You wind up saying to yourself  “I just don’t like my child’s teacher.” She’s nothing like the teacher your child had…

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Teach Gratitude Through Journaling

November 13, 2015 by Rachel Raybin Leave a Comment

Science has shown us that paying attention to what we’re grateful for can actually lead to living happier lives. And in this season of thankfulness, there’s no better time to include our children in this mindfulness practice. Learning the concept of being grateful is not always an easy one − life often deals us lemons…

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Create Family Rituals for a Fun and Peaceful Life

November 3, 2015 by Rachel Raybin Leave a Comment

Although life with kids can sometimes feel like the movie Groundhog Day, daily rituals are pretty important for your little ones. A ritual is something that’s special to your family, that’s done in a certain way or order, and that sends a message to each member that you’re on the same team and working toward…

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Rachel holds a BS in Early Childhood Education and a Masters in Educational Leadership. Innovative and academically forward in her successful “Mommy and Me” curriculum and interactive birthday parties, Rachel was encouraged by her large following of dedicated parents and their children to develop a preschool program. Read More...

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