7. Play IS BEST

It can be so easy to inadvertently tear down the confidence of a child. We mean well when we say things like “be careful,” not realizing that it can make the child question their ability to take calculated risks. Instead we should focus on allowing them to do things themselves, even if we think they are “wrong.”   If you are looking for ways to ensure you have a confident child, this episode is for you!   Episode Links: Building Self-Esteem Workshop (Free) Blog   Want more? Follow us on Facebook Visit our website Shop our merch

MUD! We love it. Kids love it. It provides creative sensory fun for even our youngest learners. It's also shown to help build up immunity! You'll hear: What the Pine Row kids (and adults) have been doing in the mud Why we should let kids play in the mud and get messy Clean Mud Recipe Don't forget to find some mud to play in this week! Head over to Tractor Supply and use our link to order new boots if you need them! Want more? Follow us on Facebook Visit our website Shop our merch

Ever wonder what it’s like to grow up living on a farm? If so, make sure you don’t miss this episode! Amber and her brother CJ talk about their experience as farm kids.   You’ll hear: A story about sitting in a corn field all day to win a game A story about falling between round bales 6 lessons they learned from growing up on a farm   Want more? Follow us on Facebook Visit our website Shop our merch Shop Tractor Supply with our affiliate link

Have you ever felt like you and your child aren’t on the same page? Maybe your relationship isn’t thriving and you just don’t feel in sync. The culprit could be that you don’t know their love language! A child's cup is filled when you are “speaking” their love language. If you aren’t sure what that is, make sure you listen to this episode! You’ll hear Amber give examples of each of the 5 love languages.   5 Love Languages Book 5 Love Languages Quiz   Want more? Follow us on Facebook Visit our website Shop our merch

Real talk: 44% of new teachers leave the field within the first 5 years.  Why? The answer is usually BURNOUT! In this episode, we discuss the main issues that lead to teacher (and even parental) burnout. You will also hear ideas that can help prevent it along with our personal favorite ways to keep our cups filled.   Want more? Follow us on Facebook Visit our website Shop our merch

Today we finish the story about how Pine Row began. If you haven't listened to Part 1, make sure to go back and do that first!   Want more? Follow us on Facebook Visit our website Shop our merch

Have you ever wondered how Amber ended up buying a farm and starting a preschool/daycare? You'll hear the first part of the story in today's episode!   Want more? Follow us on Facebook Visit our website Shop our merch 

It can be stressful trying to choose the perfect daycare or preschool for your child. Is the center in agreement with your particular parenting style? Will your child be learning the things they need to learn in the style that best suits them?    You’ll hear: A framework for choosing a daycare center or preschool Pros and cons of play-based learning Pros and cons of academic-based learning Questions to ask when you are touring centers   Want more? Follow us on Facebook Visit our website Shop our merch

Let them be bored! It might seem counterintuitive, but children need to be bored sometimes. It’s the best way to foster their creativity. We have studied and learned that children learn best through play, so let them play…and let it be MESSY!   You’ll hear: What the benefits are when children have enough unstructured play time The 6 stages of play from infancy to age four Examples of unstructured play we have observed at Pine Row   Want more? Follow us on Facebook Visit our website Shop our merch

As adults, we typically love predictability; it helps our day flow better. Children are no different! Boundaries help children predict what the answer will be when asking a parent or caregiver a question. It fosters self-confidence to be able to know what they are and are not allowed to do. So, what are some of the boundaries we should be setting? How can we set them? You’ll find the answers in this episode.    Mentioned in the episode: Book: Boundaries with Kids by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend Article: Teaching Kids About Boundaries