Interpersonal connection is fundamental to the human condition—and this is especially true for children. In her latest post, parenting educator and Piper+ Enza contributor Giselle Baumet shares straightforward ways you can connect with your child to strengthen your relationship with them, as well as support the development of their emotional intelligence.
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A Guide for Parents in the Sandwich Generation
A growing number of U.S. adults are joining the Sandwich Generation – caring for their elders while raising children – and it can be very challenging. This month, parenting educator and Piper+ Enza contributor Giselle Baumet shares tips on finding balance in this demanding role, engaging and supporting your kids as you go, and making time to nurture yourself.
A Hard Lesson Learned: Why it’s Important to Prepare Children for Medical Appointments
“Preparation is the key to success.” This month, parenting educator and Piper+ Enza contributor Giselle Baumet discusses just how important it is to prepare children for medical appointments, how to go about it, and how it can support their health in the long term.
The Importance of the Attachment Theory in Parenting
This month, our friend, positive parenting educator (and multi-hyphenate) Giselle Baumet discusses the importance of the attachment theory in parenting, and talks through what you can do to build a secure attachment with your child—despite how you may have grown up.
How to Talk to Kids About Death
Have you ever wondered about how the passing of a loved one would affect your child, and how you might support them—especially if you are grieving yourself? As El Día de los Muertos approaches, this topic has been on our minds, so we asked our friend, positive parenting educator (and multi-hyphenate) Giselle Baumet to give us some sage advice on how to talk to kids about death.
Growth from Boredom
We’ve reached that point in the summer where parents everywhere are likely to hear that dreaded statement: “I’m BORED!” But is boredom really that bad for kids? Our resident Early Childhood expert Todd Hioki shares how kids can experience growth from boredom and build important life skills!
Raising LGBTQ+ inclusive kids
In pursuit of a kinder, more accepting society, it is absolutely critical to raise children who inclusive of those around them. In this post, positive parenting educator and Certified Life Coach Giselle Baumet discusses how we can raise a generation of LGBTQ+ inclusive kids who understand, embrace, and affirm this community.
3 Powerful Holistic Care Practices for Children’s Mental Health
Expert contributor Giselle Baumet discusses how teaching our children about mindfulness early in life can support their physical and mental health in myriad ways as they grow up and face life’s many challenges.
Choosing the Right Mental and Emotional Health Resources for Your Child
For adults and kids alike, health includes mental and emotional health. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, our resident child psychologist Dr. Mary Goodarzi is back to offer some advice on seeking out the right resources to best support your child’s unique mental, emotional, and behavioral needs.
Health Benefits of Being in Nature for Children (+ Activities!)
In honor of Earth month, expert contributor Giselle Baumet discusses the many health and wellness benefits of nature for children and shares some activities you can do with your little one to help them feel appreciation for and connection with nature.
Mindfulness for Children (and Toddlers!): A Parent’s Guide
Expert contributor Giselle Baumet discusses how teaching our children about mindfulness early in life can support their physical and mental health in myriad ways as they grow up and face life’s many challenges.
Complete Guide to Choosing a Pediatrician as a Black Mother
As with every decision you have made for your child, choosing a pediatrician as a Black mother means asking advocacy questions. In this article from our newest expert contributor Giselle Baumet, you will learn key questions to ask when selecting a pediatrician, as well as when determining appropriate care for your child.
Helping Kids Through Big Holiday Feelings
Certified Child Life Specialist Katie Taylor and Child Psychologist Dr. Mary Goodarzi (both mamas and Piper + Enza contributors) share their perspectives on dealing with the big feelings that often show up for kids (and parents!) during the holidays!
The Impact of a Gratitude Journal for Kids
Certified Child Life Specialist and Piper + Enza contributor Katie Taylor shares some tips for practicing gratitude as a family, not only during Thanksgiving, but all year long—with a gratitude journal as a key component!
Healing Begins With Sharing Stories: Meet the #ComfyCrew
Meet the #comfycrew: the three main characters in the Piper + Enza book series. They can’t wait to support you through your health journey!
How to Handle Kids’ Fears during Halloween
Halloween is right around the corner and while some kids love the spooky vibe, others don’t respond so well to the parts that may strike fear. Certified Child Life Specialist and our newest Piper + Enza contributor Katie Taylor shares some tips on supporting your little ones through the scary parts of the holiday.
How Fatherhood Changed the Way I Work with Patients: A Child Neurology Resident’s Story
Child neurology resident Dr. Mellad Khoshnood shares how fatherhood changed the way he works with patients, and why he feels families need better access to medical information so they can advocate for their kids.
Play, Learning, and Energy Conservation
In this lesson, early childhood educator Todd Hioki demonstrates how you can promote the values of autonomy, initiative, and industry in playing with your child while conserving and storing energy throughout the day.
Holding Your Child’s Hand Down the Path of Bereavement
Early Childhood Educator Todd Hioki shares best practices for supporting a child through the loss of a loved one.
The Power of Pretend Play
Todd Hioki is a progressive, play-based educator for young children, birth through age 5. He designs spaces and materials that enhance relational curricula, exploratory learning, self regulation and executive function skills in early childhood. Mr. Hioki has delivered...