GIT Mom-Gram -😭 Let your kids cry 😭

😭 Let your kids cry 😭

Did you know that crying is Mother Nature’s natural stress remedy? That means it's okay to let your kids cry! Of course, I'm not saying always ignore their tears, but, rather, understand that when we constantly scoop them up and save them from life's ups and downs, real emotional problems can develop and our kids’ resilience suffers.

You are not the worst parent in the world if you have a "crier" or you made your kid cry today... or your kid was set off by some asinine situation, like being served waffles instead of pancakes for breakfast. In other words, it’s healthy and beneficial to let him cry within your caring presence and you don’t and shouldn't have to try to stop your child from crying or feel it's your job to make him feel better.

If you take away just one #momtruth from this month's newsletter it's that we teach our kids about feelings in their first seven years of life, which has a huge impact on their future emotional resilience and health. So, unless you want your kid living in your basement when he's 35, stop your mom guilt and let him cry. Sometimes you need to just walk away and let him figure out life for himself.

Love,
Eirene

On Chicago Parent
How to raise boys in a new generation
Girl-power is growing (which, of course, is not at all a bad thing), but how can we empower our sons in equal measure? How do we show them their worth? Eirene talks about raising boys in the current climate. Read more on Chicago Parent.

On 5MinutesforMom.com
How to Keep Halloween Fun, Not Spooky
For children under five, the spectacle of October 31 can be overwhelming at best — and terrifying at worst. Let’s keep this day of witches, goblins, and ghosts spook-free and prevent our kids from having candy meltdowns. Read more on 5MinutesforMom.com.

On The Mablehood
6 Tips For Sleepover Success
When sleepovers are done right, they create a bond between kids that a play date cannot replace. However, if your child is not ready for sleepovers then all hell can break loose. Check out Eirene's top 6 tips for pain-free sleepover success on The Mablehood.

On the GIT Mom YouTube Channel
Chore Ideas for Kids (5-12+)
Need ideas? Eirene's boys share what their responsibilities are around the house and what they receive for allowance. Watch on the GIT Mom YouTube Channel.

On 30Seconds Live
Eirene Tells Moms to Speak Up!
"Have the confidence to speak up and say, 'I need help, let's fix this!'" Eirene served as the 2018 Ambassador for the Chicago Baby Show and made time for a #30Seconds Live chat to make sure you hear her message loud and clear! Watch on 30Seconds.

GIT Mom Upcoming Events

November 3-4, 2018
LA Baby Show
Eirene is participating in the panel discussion, Getting Back to You, held Saturday and Sunday from 2-2:45pm

November 5, 2018
KVLA TV Appearance

December 7-8, 2018
KidCon
Eirene will be leading a session, How to Communicate Effectively with your Teens on Saturday from 5:15-5:45 pm

Follow GIT Mom on social media for more details on these and other upcoming events!

If you're ready for a GIT Mom consultation to Get It Together in 2018 click HERE to chat with Eirene.

😭 Let your kids cry 😭

On Chicago Parent How to raise boys in a new generation Girl-power is growing (which, of course, is not at all a bad thing), but how can we empower our sons in equal measure? How do we show them their worth? Eirene talks about raising boys in the current climate. Read more on Chicago Parent.

On the GIT Mom YouTube Channel Chore Ideas for Kids (5-12+) Need ideas? Eirene's boys share what their responsibilities are around the house and what they receive for allowance. Watch on the GIT Mom YouTube Channel.

On 30Seconds Live Eirene Tells Moms to Speak Up! "Have the confidence to speak up and say, 'I need help, let's fix this!'" Eirene served as the 2018 Ambassador for the Chicago Baby Show and made time for a #30Seconds Live chat to make sure you hear her message loud and clear! Watch on 30Seconds.

GIT Mom Upcoming Events

On Chicago Parent
How to raise boys in a new generation
Girl-power is growing (which, of course, is not at all a bad thing), but how can we empower our sons in equal measure? How do we show them their worth? Eirene talks about raising boys in the current climate. Read more on Chicago Parent.

On the GIT Mom YouTube Channel
Chore Ideas for Kids (5-12+)
Need ideas? Eirene's boys share what their responsibilities are around the house and what they receive for allowance. Watch on the GIT Mom YouTube Channel.

On 30Seconds Live
Eirene Tells Moms to Speak Up!
"Have the confidence to speak up and say, 'I need help, let's fix this!'" Eirene served as the 2018 Ambassador for the Chicago Baby Show and made time for a #30Seconds Live chat to make sure you hear her message loud and clear! Watch on 30Seconds.