Simple Families

By Denaye Barahona Ph.D.Parenting Kids & Family Education for Kids

Simple Families episodes

April 25, 2017 SFP 43: How much should I expect my kids to clean up?
Today we are discussing the best way to get your kid’s on board for clean up.
SHOW NOTES/LINKS:
The Toy Detox
The Cooperation Mini-Course
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7 min
April 25, 2017 SFP 43: How much should I expect my kids to clean up?

Today we are discussing the best way to get your kid's on board for clean up.
SHOW NOTES/LINKS:
The Toy Detox
The Cooperation Mini-Course
6 min
April 18, 2017 SFP 42: Are baby classes worth the money?
In today’s episode I am discussing the pros and cons of enrolling a young child in classes.
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6 min
April 18, 2017 SFP 42: Are baby classes worth the money?
In today's episode I am discussing the pros and cons of enrolling a young child in classes.

6 min
April 17, 2017 SFP 41: Should we do arts and crafts at home?
You don’t need to do a lot of arts and crafts activities to meet your kid’s needs. In today’s episode, I am discussing why this is.
SHOW NOTES/LINKS:
Why I Don’t Do Pinterest-Worthy Activities With My Kids
IDEAS FOR LESS-MESS ARTS + CRAFTS
Dry erase crayons
Paint in the bathtub
Bath crayons
Stickers
Felt board
Water Wow
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9 min
April 17, 2017 SFP 41: Should we do arts and crafts at home?

You don't need to do a lot of arts and crafts activities to meet your kid's needs. In today's episode, I am discussing why this is.

SHOW NOTES/LINKS:
Why I Don't Do Pinterest-Worthy Activities With My Kids

IDEAS FOR LESS-MESS ARTS + CRAFTS
Dry erase crayons
Paint in the bathtub
Bath crayons
Stickers
Felt board
Water Wow

8 min
April 11, 2017 SFP 40: How do I get my child to play independently?
Independent play can be difficult to teach to toddlers. In today’s episode, we talk about how to encourage this type of play and the benefits.

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9 min
April 11, 2017 SFP 40: How do I get my child to play independently?

Independent play can be difficult to teach to toddlers. In today's episode, we talk about how to encourage this type of play and the benefits.

9 min
April 10, 2017 SFP 39: How can I incorporate a simple play space in my living room?
You don’t need a separate play room for your kids–having the toys in the living space has it’s advantages. In today’s episodes, I will discuss what to keep in mind when combining the living space and the playing space.
Show Notes/Links:
Our Minimalist Play Room (Video Tour)
The Toy Detox
How to Declutter the Toys

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9 min
April 10, 2017 SFP 39: How can I incorporate a simple play space in my living room?

You don't need a separate play room for your kids--having the toys in the living space has it's advantages. In today's episodes, I will discuss what to keep in mind when combining the living space and the playing space.
Show Notes/Links:
Our Minimalist Play Room (Video Tour)
The Toy Detox
How to Declutter the Toys
8 min

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Simple Families offers solutions for living well with children. In this show, we focus on child behavior, positive parenting, family wellness, and decreasing the mental load. As a Mama with a…