Jena Prystowsky
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You Actually Don’t Have to Do It All
Do you ever feeling like you are constantly falling behind? Like you’re going through life with an endless to-do list: work, kids’ stuff, play-dates, laundry, appointments, etc.? I sometimes I feel like my brain is an overloaded computer with a… Continue reading
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Stress-Free Airplane Travel with Small Children: Tips for a Smooth Flight
Did I ever tell you about the time we were rushing to make our flight and we forgot to bring diapers for our son? Sigh. We were at the point where we were just going to make a diaper out… Continue reading
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3 Fun (and Easy) Valentine’s Day Crafts for Kids
Valentine’s Day is normally considered a holiday for couples and the romantically-inclined, but V-Day is also a great time to celebrate all the types of love in our lives. Kids love Valentine’s Day (who doesn’t love a holiday that promotes… Continue reading
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Helping Your Child Build Their Self-Esteem
As parents we are always looking for ways to set our children up for success. One of the things that can help create successful, resilient adults is a healthy self-esteem. Contrary to popular belief, self-esteem can be built. And childhood… Continue reading
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Cozy Rainy or Snowy Day Family Activities
“Oh, the weather outside is frightful. But the fire is so delightful. And since we’ve no place to go…Let it snow! Let it snow! Let it snow!” Depending on where you live, you might be experiencing snow or cold weather… Continue reading
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Simple Gratitude Activities for Your Family this Holiday Season
Thanksgiving is coming up and it’s a time when a lot of families think about gratitude practices and taking inventory on all the good things we have. Having a spirit of gratitude can put us in a more positive mood… Continue reading
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10 Best Countries for American Families to Relocate to in 2024/2025
The 10 Best Countries for American Families to Relocate to in 2024/2025 Moving can be a challenging process for anyone, but it is especially challenging when moving with a family. Moving abroad as a family requires special considerations and careful… Continue reading
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Packing for Your Weekend Fall Trip
Packing for a weekend trip can be a challenge, especially when you’re planning for a family. From coordinating what to bring and making sure you have the essentials, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Here are essential packing tips for a… Continue reading
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Tantrums
It’s happened to all of us (especially in public). We’re out shopping or eating at a restaurant and our child asks us for something. A toy? A dessert? A rocket that can fly to the moon? A unicorn that can… Continue reading
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Making Decisions: Intuition vs. Fear
I was listening to a lecture by Canadian physician Gabor Mate this morning about trauma, disease, fear, and gut feelings. It reignited my interest in studying intuition and how we can differentiate our gut feelings from fear or anxiety. I’m… Continue reading
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