I was born At the end of the 80’s.

I remember I had alot more freedom as a toddler than I did as a teenager growing up in the New Millennium.

Once Y2K was over, parents all over America flocked to a new idea… This Idea would ruin the American kid experience for a generation.

Between Participation Trophies, Soy lattes, and A Fear of Bandaids a new Mom arose from the ashes of the 90’s… You Know who you are!

The “Karen ” was Born… No Tree Climbing, No waterhose Hydration, No Sleepovers, No freedom to be a kid…. If you’re confused.. Y2k patents sheltered their children and now we are stuck with a Giant Population of overgrown babies, that cry when someone uses a word that their ” Karen” Mom said was bad.. We watch Temper Tantrums full blown in the streets, at McDonald’s and even IN COLLEGE.

Karen’s, you have failed your children!

We are a Rough and Tumble people, our children by nature need to explore, experience and engage in the world, not on your accord dear Karen but on theirs.

THE GNARLY MOM!

To be a Gnarly Mom, You need to be cool!

EMBRACE Childhood scrapes and bruises. Let your children play outside until the streetlights come on!, Allow your children to play in Mud and Make bestfriends beyond your comfort zone!

Gnarly Mom!

Be the Fun House! ENVITE YOUR CHILDREN’S FRIENDS OVER FOR A BACKYARD PARTY, AFTER SCHOOL GAMES, AND EVEN MAKE THEM FOOD! BE THE FUN MOM!

Teach your child boundaries, yet let them choose the path that fits them. BE understanding yet, direct when uncomfortable issues pop up.

Let’s go back to The 80’s,

If you are over the age of 30 and still alive .. Your Parents did something right, why not continue their parenting style, Because we all see what’s happening in the world today. DONT LET YOUR CHILDREN GROW UP TO BE TANTRUM TAMMY IN THE MIDDLE OF A FREEWAY!

A KidZington Academy Article

My 10 month old son decided today was ” No Nap Saturday”. At 1pm we went on an adventure to run errands, normally he falls asleep in the car for his afternoon Nap.

On this particular Saturday, the sounds of jubilation filled the backseat. He held his green pool noodle(I know It’s dangerous). But he held it for 2 hours at home and the whole car ride, so what are you going to do?

Giggles filled the car, Humming through the noodle made me chuckle. We arrived home at 3pm, Great! He is still awake yet sleepy and slightly cranky. I made him a bottle and laid him down.

SOUNDS OF SILENCE

47 Seconds into his BLISSFULL Sleep, he arose with a cry ibhad never heard before-Pain. For the last 10 months I have had an angel baby, Sleeping on a schedule, Cut Two teeth without a peep, all while staying a happy baby. He has never had a fever or ever been sick(Crazy, I know! I waited… I waited for that shoe to drop.)

The SHOE that dropped?

His separation anxiety? His new upper teeth? How could I tell? I Tried to comfort with all sorts of Baby Orajel, Tylenol, Frozen Teethers. You NAME IT, I TRIED IT!

9 pm Still Screaming and Crying uncontrollably. I even checked his body for bug bites from outside that morning, I checked his tiny fingers to see if he had hair wrapped around one, I cheked his diaper to see if any hair, or feather from my bed pillow was poking him.. I tried to have him self sooth Nothing was working.

NO bottle ?

My child refused a bottle & Pacifier, he rejected his teethers… when I held him he wanted down… This Kids Still has Engergy!

Frantic Energy.

Mania in my baby?

Yes, I have seen the effects of a baby fighting sleep which my son fought for 8 hours straight, that night… It clicked He hit his wall Hours ago, Now he is in an uncontrollable situation where his tiny brain can not get it together to self sooth…

I played all types of music, I read stories, I tried to make him laugh.. Nothing would Calm Him.

I NEEDED A BREAK!

I could feel I was running out of options to help him… the last thing I wanted was to just not try anything… It worked I stepped backed I stopped going over to him( I was making his anxiety worse). I MADE sure he was safe and secure and I stepped outside.. 5 minutes later he was alseep…

We all have those days, where we are at a loss of what to do… moments of doubt and even failure. KEEP PUSHING! stay the course and you will succeed.

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In the doorway of a restaurant, a small girl with a fierce & mighty personality sits and screams as a crowd begins to gather.

Adults from all corners flock to see the carnage. Shrieking acoustics vibrate a distinct feature: Words, distinguishable words strung together with cohesiveness.

“I WANT MY CANDY!”

There was no hyperventilating, no uncontrollable crying.. This was a rouse!

Confusion sets inside the patrons minds, Pondering moments of ” Where is the blood?”, “Where is the broken bone?” Quickly Switch to ” Where are her parents?”.

A couple is close to her pleading and begging her to get off the floor. Bribing her with Treats, They have given into her tactics

,embarrassment clouds their vision, as they fail to recognize that she has Pulled the greatest scam.

The child receives the reward she seeked before throwing herself onto the floor and screaming.

This child is a creature of habit. Years of cause and effect playing out before our eyes. She has learned that the audience is what she really wants, the attention because if she gets their attention she gets her reward for negative behavior.

HOW TO SPOT A LITTLE NERO TANTRUM?

Can you Understand their words?

Cohesiveness in communication while crying sporadically?

Defiance?

* If your child is hyperventilating, and can not speak without taking large breaths,This is NOT a Tantrum.

The Amygdala is a section of the Brain that pertains to self control. When a child’s Amygdala has not fully developed they will have a hard time calming down, self soothing or even at times may have potty accidents.

REMEMBER : If your child is having a ” Little Nero Tantrum” make sure they are in a safe place and allow them to Have their One man show alone. They will realize they are not going to win that battle. Remember completely ignore their behavior, do not speak to them until they have calmed down.

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The E’s Of Education.
A KidZington Academy Tradmarked Analogy

Every year children all across America fill classrooms before the age of six. Little bodies that need to squirm and wiggle, shout and Giggle.

Each Classroom is different,  Teachers adopt their own methods of inspiring their students. We all remember our 9th grade Algebra Teacher, No funny buisness Mcgee.  Yet we also remember our Kindergarten Teacher Silly,Sweet, and sassy Miss. Massy.

Teaching Methods have a long history in the world from Socrates to Bob Ross…. Yes Bob Ross! Many methods need and overhaul while others need to be front and center. (Personally I like Waldorf).

Learning Through Play is the #1 Educational Tool.

Through playing children gain 5 MAJOR benefits.

Exposure- Explore- Experience- Engage- Encourage.

Allowing a Child Exposure to certain Things in the world will allow them to develop Coping Skills.

Allowing a Child to Explore the world around them within safe boundaries allows the child to develop a sense of self awareness and Confidence.

Allowing a Child to Experience different objects, textures,  situations will help develop their Amygdala.

Engaging with your child builds Trust, respect and the feeling of  security, while helping  them develop self assurance.

Encouragement is the most Significant factor in a child’s positive development. Children,  as they grow into young adults their mental stability can be dependent on Parental Encouragement throughout Childhood.

In closing it doesn’t matter your teaching, parenting method… as long as you follow the 5 Basic E’s Of Education!