headaches caused by heat and humidity, too much time spent in air-conditioning, and unwelcome changes in routine.
Also, the endless application of sunscreen on our littles.
But to kids, just being outside can be a revelation. There's birdsong, and water, and dirt…
Summer is a great time for reconnecting with your child, for truly listening to him or her - for deep, true bonding with this little person you are bringing up.
Does that seem daunting? If you're not sure how to begin, listen to this episode of We Turned Out Okay!
Today, I am excited to interview Sunshine Parenting podcast host Audrey Monke, who has directed a summer camp for more than 30 years.
In that time Audrey has seen it all: extreme homesickness, parental worries, and, again and again, the life-changing magic of summertime.
We tap into her knowledge of how to make summer great, as Audrey shares THE 3 most important things you can do this summer to capture that magic, to truly enjoy the time you spend with your young child.
For TONS of amazing links that come up in today's conversation, as well as to join our We Turned Out Okay private Facebook group (I've got a big announcement in today's episode about something new happening in the group!)…
Go to weturnedoutokay.com/224.
Thanks for listening!
Controlling behavior, consequences, and connection with your young child | Podcast Episode 311
When your little asks HUGE questions | Podcast Episode 310
Where life takes you, with Sunny Gault, mom and creator of the Parents On Demand podcast network | Podcast Episode 309
"It's the middle of the night and my child is awake. What do I do?" | Podcast Episode 308
How to stop school from screwing up your child, part 4 | Podcast Episode 307
The right age for soccer | Three-year-old tantrums!! | Night Terrors | Disrespect | A Q&A for Episode 306!
How to have best Thanksgiving Day ever | Bonus Podcast Episode
Are academics good for young children? Podcast Episode 305
How to stop school from screwing up your young child, Part 3 | Podcast Episode 304
"What we resist persists": Talking with Mindful Mama, Hunter Clarke-Fields | Podcast Episode 303
Why does my young child talk about killing and death? | Podcast Episode 302
301: How to Not Let School Screw Up Your Child, Part 2 | Podcast Episode 301
Episode 300 Extravaganza!
Is it ADHD or normal behavior? Podcast Episode 299
298: How to Stop School from Screwing Up Your Kid, Part 1 | Podcast Episode 298
How to handle your child's tantrums and bad behavior: Bonus Podcast Episode
Talking with Biz Ellis and Theresa Thorn of One Bad Mother! | Podcast Episode 297
When your child embarrasses you in public | Podcast Episode 296
10 Ways to alleviate anxiety | Podcast Episode 295
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