Discovering “my why”
Have you ever felt you were meant to do something else? After almost 20 years of working in advertising as a graphic designer I did, and took a leap of faith. A midlife crisis, you
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The ultimate self-care
How is your summer (or winter) break going? Back from three wonderful weeks in France, visiting family and friends. Living far from them during the year makes being there my ultimate self-care. I’ve somehow always
Why Montessori?
Whether you’ve never heard of it or have already embodied the aspects of the Montessori way and its educational method, I’d like to share the reasons why I’ve become so passionate and compelled to make
Managing Your Emotions When Your Child Pushes Your Buttons
More often than not, parents believe that it is their job to control and manage their children’s emotions. I beg to differ. The importance is how we show up and how we model managing our
Opening and Closing Bottles Boosts Your Child’s Writing Skills
If you’re a follower of my work, you’ll know that one of my favorite Maria Montessori quotes, which I regularly like to share with clients of my coaching practice, is that she famously described
Digital Detox and Beyond
Returning from a 30-day digital detox was harder than I could’ve ever imagined. For a whole month, I committed to being completely off social media. It was challenging at first, as re-programing any habits are,
Develop Your Child’s Mind and Body With This Mystery Bag
A regular theme in my coaching practice for parents is to remind them that they don’t have to go out and buy the newest toys to entertain their young ones. Very often, we can
Asking Your Child to Wash the Windows Has Many Benefits
In the Montessori method of education, we frequently encourage children to grow and develop new skills through their practical lives at home. The simple task of washing windows with parents is just one great
Asking Your Child to Water Plants Helps Both to Thrive
A regular theme in my practice as a parenting coach, and in the Montessori method in general, is that of including your children in everyday household chores whenever possible. There is much to gain
The Low Shelf a Montessori Essential for Order
To help your child know where their belongings are, a low open shelf is ideal to place only a few well-chosen activities or toys. This shelf is made out of natural wood with rounded