Teaching you, to teach them.
I’m Stephanie Kennedy. A Canadian mom of 4 children ranging in age from 15-22 years old. My dream is to bring together a community of parents who don’t do it all! As a retired high school teacher, a professional coach of youth sports, and a parent, I believe that you can’t do it all (well at least not without losing your sanity). I will share the many hacks/tricks/tips to raise independent, happy, loving, and empathetic children.
Nowhere has it been said that TRUE lazy parenting is easy! It often means taking the harder, longer, more difficult (in the moment) way...but TRUST ME, it is worth it. When all of your children are getting themselves up and dressed in the morning, making their own lunches, emptying the dishwasher, feeding the pets, doing their own laundry, AND making dinner....all without rolled eyes, delay tactics, and huffing and puffing.
No-this is not a dream...it can be YOUR REALITY. I can’t wait to join you on your journey.
Can’t pry that phone out of your tween or teens’ hands? Identify and fix this problem! Reap the benefits of a better relationship with them. Their grumpy, sullen, irritable mood may be a sign of a behavioural disorder with their phone!
Read MoreIs your teen on their phone constantly? Are they excluding themself from family moments to be on their phone? Are they ADDICTED to their phone? Here’s how to tell if it is a problem that needs addressing TODAY!
Read MorePestering kids? Master negotiators? How can you stop your children from asking you over and over again? It’s easier than you think!
Read MoreTurn the mood around in your house with this one step!
Read MoreThe selfie game among our teenagers, and especially our teenage daughters is a dangerous one. One that can lead to a distorted self-image, a confused teen and depression and anxiety.
Read MoreI share with you 10 reasons why our teens are MORE ANXIOUS than ever before! From phones in their rooms to not being able to handle being alone for any length of time, I dive deep into #teenanxiety and give concrete and practical tips to help your teen and your family.
Read MoreHow do you make sure your child will be ready to go off to college one day? How do you know your teen is ready for for this big change in their life? What skill do they need more than any other?
Read MoreThey are only 3 once. They are only 9 once. They are only 12 once. Are you enjoying your children as they are, right now? Or are you missing out on moments that will never come again? Intentional parenting is a way to ensure that you reflect and enjoy the todays by reflecting each day if you are better today than you were yesterday.
Read MoreThe life of a teenager today is HARD…really hard. As teachers, coaches and parents we need to remember this and adjust accordingly. If you loved high school than you need to read this even more, because maybe, just maybe, your kids don’t.
Read MoreKnow everything, be a parent Ninja. It’s easier to loosen the reigns as they get older rather than tighten them.
Read MoreAre you really listening to your kids, your spouse, your friends? Or are you always making it about YOU?
Read MoreDowntime, watching movies & tv, going for walks…all ways to connect with your teens.
Read MoreDon’t be THAT parent, the one yelling and screaming on the sidelines or in the stands at the game. You are embarrassing and stressing your child out! Learn 5 tips on how to become a GREAT sports parent.
Read MoreDo you go to Parent Teacher Conferences each year? For each of your children? If not, why not? Too busy? Don’t think it’s important? Child doing ok and think it’s not necessary? THINK AGAIN. I list 5 reasons why I think it is imperative that you go!
Read MoreWatch your words or they may come back to haunt you!
Read MoreLearn the science behind your teen’s brain so you can understand them better!
Read MoreTeenage behaviour can leave the best of us shaking our heads! Don’t put up with it.
Read MoreKnow what your teens are up to! It’s part of the job.
Read MoreAre your teens ready to head off to college or university and succeed? Do they know how to take care of themselves? How many of these things can they do?
Read MoreBack to school preparation and tips to make the transition as smooth as possible for parents and children!
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