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Supporting Children Through Emotional and Developmental Changes

Jaimi Erickson — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 14:05:46 +0000

We often talk about childhood as if it were a straight line, from crawling to walking, babbling to speaking, and eventually, leaving the nest. But anyone who has actually spent time around kids knows the reality is far messier. It’s a series of loops, sudden leaps forward, and the occasional frustrating slide backward. One day, […]

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How to Help Your Child Develop Their Critical Thinking Skills

Jaimi Erickson — Wed, 17 Jul 2024 15:56:01 +0000

In a rapidly changing world, the ability to think critically is more important than ever. Critical thinking enables children not only to perform better academically but also to make sound decisions and solve problems effectively. As a parent, you play a crucial role in nurturing this vital skill. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how you […]

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Tips for Tantrums

Jaimi Erickson — Sun, 10 Sep 2017 19:20:20 +0000

Welcome to Mom Motivation Mondays where weekly contributing writers share their motherhood experiences to encourage you to find the joy in being a mom. {This week: Post by Lisa} No parent is exempt from the wrath of a tantrum, and it’s not unusual to feel totally defeated. Tantrums are a typical behavior for toddlers and […]

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‘Sticky Ball’ Fine Motor Activity for Infants

Jaimi Erickson — Wed, 10 Feb 2016 06:03:47 +0000

In 5 minutes, you can prep this fine motor activity for infants and toddlers. Around 6 months old, infants can grasp and handle toys and balls pretty well. They may even be rolling or lightly tossing a ball to you during playtime. Infants develop so much over the course of their first year, but it is fun […]

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Simple Activities to Encourage Infant Development

Jaimi Erickson — Fri, 05 Jun 2015 04:00:00 +0000

Are you looking for activities to do with your infant? As a former early childhood teacher, I can vouch for the importance of developmentally appropriate interactions with infants and how it benefits their growth. It helps them thrive physically and mentally. As a mom, being able to use activity ideas with my children when they were […]

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Is Preschool Worth It?

Jaimi Erickson — Sun, 18 Aug 2013 23:00:00 +0000

I have been asked frequently by readers, “Should I send my child to Preschool? Is preschool worth it?” Having taught Preschool and also waited to send my son to school until much later than most moms I know, I can offer a few factors to consider when deciding to homeschool or enroll your child in […]

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When Your Child Has Developmental Dysplasia of the Hips

Jaimi Erickson — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 00:28:00 +0000

The past month has been a whirlwind of emotions in our household. My youngest son was a late walker-16 months and a few days. He has the cutest little toddler walk; he looks like he’s just got a bounce to his step. That bounce, however, is caused by a difference in leg length, which is […]

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Infant Language Development Tips and Activities

Jaimi Erickson — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 21:00:00 +0000

At the intersection of playful babble exchanges, shared book experiences, and singing yourself silly you will find a great destination. It’s called language competency. Try to imagine a solid foundation of conversational and linguistic competence as the launch pad for infant language development, academic success, and social skills. Let’s pack that little bag of tricks for infant […]

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The Female Brain: Parenting through the Teen Years

Jaimi Erickson — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 16:30:00 +0000

For a time, I tutored Middle School students and volunteered as a youth leader for the Middle School ministry at my church while I was in high school. I have been a teenage girl and I will have two teenage girls in a few years. From what my friends who have teenagers tell me (as well as […]

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The Female Brain: Mothers and Children

Jaimi Erickson — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 16:52:00 +0000

I remember a friend posting on his Facebook status that he wished there was a book that would help him understand women. I commented that even being a woman did not mean that I understood many! We are a unique breed of person. Our bodies are not constant or steady; we live with a roller coaster […]

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