Read more about the article Why Anxiety Can Be a Gift: Teaching Girls to Tune Into Their Inner Voice
Dr. Damour teaches us that some anxiety is good to help girls learn to listen to their inner voice.

Why Anxiety Can Be a Gift: Teaching Girls to Tune Into Their Inner Voice

Anxiety rarely gets a positive review in parenting books or social media conversations. We worry it will hold our girls back, keep them from trying new things, or rob them…

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Read more about the article Why Journaling Matters: Building Confidence, Growth, and Self-Acceptance with Whitney Wheat
When kids spend time journaling, they not only improve their writing skills--they track their progress.

Why Journaling Matters: Building Confidence, Growth, and Self-Acceptance with Whitney Wheat

In a world that often feels loud, fast, and full of expectations, Whitney Wheat believes every child deserves a quiet place to land, a place where their thoughts matter and…

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Read more about the article Celebrating Bravery: Helping Kids Stand Up for Themselves (and Others) with Penelope Pumpernickel
Celebrate all of the small ways your child might stand up for herself or others.

Celebrating Bravery: Helping Kids Stand Up for Themselves (and Others) with Penelope Pumpernickel

When we think about bravery, we often picture big, bold acts; standing on a stage, speaking in front of a crowd, or doing something daring. But Penelope Pumpernickel, the bravest…

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Read more about the article Choose a Word of the Year: A Family Activity for Focus, Confidence, & Connection
Great family connection activity is to pick a "Word of the Year" with your kids!

Choose a Word of the Year: A Family Activity for Focus, Confidence, & Connection

You know how Merriam-Webster has its "Word of the Year," now your family can have it too! The start of a new year brings fresh energy, new possibilities, and exciting…

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Read more about the article Penelope Pumpernickel’s Monday Message: Rising Again & Setting New Goals
Use the New Year as a goal setting opportunity with kids.

Penelope Pumpernickel’s Monday Message: Rising Again & Setting New Goals

Mondays aren’t always easy—especially after you’ve just come through a difficult time. But Penelope Pumpernickel, one of our bravest Breadcrumbz, has a gentle reminder for us all:“Just like bread needs…

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Read more about the article Why Reading to Kids Matters More Than Ever: Reversing the Decline and Rebuilding Connection
With the surge in technology growth, kids are spending more time on screens than in books. Parents are too.

Why Reading to Kids Matters More Than Ever: Reversing the Decline and Rebuilding Connection

A Declining Habit With Big ConsequencesOver the past decade, studies have shown a steady decline in the number of parents reading to their children regularly. Busy schedules, digital distractions, streaming…

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Read more about the article When Confidence Falls Flat…Helping Girls Rise Again After a Setback
How to help girls rise after a setback takes consistent work.

When Confidence Falls Flat…Helping Girls Rise Again After a Setback

Confidence: The Dough That Needs Time to RiseJust like bread dough, confidence doesn’t always rise on the first try.Sometimes it falls flat—especially when life turns up the heat.Maybe your daughter…

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