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Thoughts and Resources in the Aftermath of a Tragedy
on: by Laura Hutchison
I wasn’t sure if I was going to write a post on this subject. It would be a lot easier to keep going … focus on the holiday fun, continue with Christmas crafting and baking. I figured there’s lots of great
Our Advent Calendar
on: by Laura Hutchison
Growing up one of my favorite things about the month of December was our advent calendar. My mom made it from a kit when I was very young. I can’t remember a Christmas season without it hanging up some where in
101 Ways of Happiness – part 4 of the collaborative series, Happy Holidays in Happy Homes
on: by Laura Hutchison
This post is the final post of a four part series about creating happy homes during the holidays. The series, Happy Holidays in Happy Homes, is a collaborative effort between Angelique Felix, Jared Ritter, and myself. If you’d like more info, check
Creating a Family – part 3 of the collaborative series Happy Holidays in Happy Homes
on: by Laura Hutchison
This post is the third part of a four part series about creating happy homes during the holidays. The series, Happy Holidays in Happy Homes, is a collaborative effort between Angelique Felix, Jared Ritter, and myself. If you’d like more info, check
Why Kids Should Play with Baby Dolls (yes, even boys!) – a collaborative post with Mama OT and Playing with Words 365
on: by Laura Hutchison
I’m very excited to share that I have a collaborative post up today over at Mama OT! Christie (Mama OT) who is a pediatric Occupational Therapist, Katie (Playing with Words 365) who is a speech therapist, and I wrote about the
Utilizing the books of Tomie dePaola as parenting and therapeutic resources
on: by Laura Hutchison
Participating in the Virtual Book Club for Kids has been a great way to study different authors not only with my kids at home … but to also introduce me to more children’s book that I can use at work and
Becoming a Parent … part 2 of the Happy Holidays in Happy Homes series
on: by Laura Hutchison
This post is the second part of a four part series about creating happy homes during the holidays. The series, Happy Holidays in Happy Homes, is a collaborative effort between Angelique Felix, Jared Ritter, and myself. If you’d like more info, check
Soulmates … part one of the Happy Holidays in Happy Homes series
on: by Laura Hutchison
This post is the first part of a four part series about creating happy homes during the holidays. The series, Happy Holidays in Happy Homes, is a collaborative effort between Angelique Felix, Jared Ritter, and myself. If you’d like more info,
Introducing “Home sweet home” – Happy Holidays in Happy Homes (a collaborative parenting series)
on: by Laura Hutchison
I am SO excited to introduce a new upcoming HAPPY PARENTING – series! Me and my blogging buddies Solgave & Angelique Felix.com-The Magic of Play want to bring you in the mood for Happy Holidays in a Happy Home. Not because
PlayDrMom’s favorite children’s books on SOCIAL SKILLS
on: by Laura Hutchison
There are SO many great children’s books out there … and so many of them can be used to teach children how to treat others with care and concern, to be a better friend, and to help them navigate a variety
PlayDrMom’s favorite children’s books about ANXIETY
on: by Laura Hutchison
Anxiety continues to be one of the top reasons for parents to bring their children into therapy. Our world is continually filled with unknowns and ever-growing pressures that is no wonder why are kids are filled with doubt and uncertainty as
This Plus That: Customized Task Sheets for Kids
on: by Laura Hutchison
It’s been a struggle since the school year began … how to get Henry to accomplish the tasks he needs to do after school. Especially when I’m not there to supervise. This year marks a first for us. The first year