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One Great Question to Ask a Babysitter

October 31, 2014 By Erin Leyba Leave a Comment

  by Erin Leyba, LCSW, PhD One great question to ask a babysitter in an interview or any time is: What do you feel (we) parents can do to help you do your job easier or better? This question tends to do a few things: It shows the potential babysitter that you are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Everyday Life With Little Ones Tagged With: attachment parenting, babies, babysitter, babysitting, child care, date night ideas, discipline, mindful parenting, positive parenting

6 Month Phases with Young Children

October 23, 2014 By Erin Leyba Leave a Comment

  by Erin Leyba, LCSW, PhD Young children tend to go through phases that last about 6 months. For 6 months, things seem consistent, kids are mostly agreeable, and there is a natural ease to behavior and play. During this phase, kids enjoy safety, security, playing, and the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Everyday Life With Little Ones Tagged With: bedtime, child development, discipline, family life, mindful parenting, positive parenting, postpartum depression

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I am a mom to 3 spirited children, and work as an individual and marriage counselor in Chicago’s western suburbs (Oak Brook, IL). I specialize in working with parents of babies and young children. I love what I do and learn from every person I meet.

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