Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemailPALS Program Mission The mission of PALS is to provide a safe, nurturing, and quality recreation program for the children of Maui County that addresses their physical, social, cultural, and educational needs during summer and intersession breaks. Resources PALS Program Brochure – 2019 Summer Session FlyerOpens a New Window.[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemail Potty training is probably not on any parent’s “favorite things” list, but the reward certainly outweighs the challenge. While there’s no one-size-fits-all method, below are a few tips for you to prepare your child to enter the world of using the toilet: Stay calm and positive throughout the[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemailTime Out or Time In? By Kiegan Blake Parents frequently ask me about the effectiveness of using Time Out as a strategy for dealing with their children’s challenging behavior. I believe that it can play a role, but it’s important to look at what you want to achieve. Likely you[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemailAlways Running Late? Here Are Some Tips to Help You Be On Time Being late can cause real friction in your everyday life. From the kids getting a tardy slip to losing out on time with your doctor when you are late for an appointment, being late is a[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemailEasyTalk is a powerful way to improve your relationships! Feeling frustrated or resigned in your relationships? With your co-parent, co-workers, children, or others? Communication skills are the strongest contributor to fulfilling relationships, and fulfilling relationships are the strongest contributor to long-term human happiness. Bruce Benner and James Tolley founded[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemail“Slippers” are Hawaii’s everyday footwear. Others may call them sandals, or flip-flops, but they’re slippers to us: you “slip” them on and “slip” them off. No hassle, just convenience. Since shoes aren’t worn in the house, slippers sit permanently outside every door, providing the easiest way to get out[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemailBy KIEGAN BLAKE, O.T. Ahhh… the balance of giving your children choice while also providing a sense of order. Creating “boundaries” are critical for setting a sense of safety and security for your child. Boundaries provide predictability, consistency and contingency, which are the fence posts of their secure perimeter. [Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemailIMPORTANT: ARTICLE CORRECTION Myth: Breastfeeding is easy and everyone can do it. Fact: While breastfeeding is a mother’s natural way of nourishing her baby, it isn’t as easy for some mothers and it doesn’t always work as planned. This is why there are lactation specialists who can help in[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemailA child asserting herself is a normal part of development; at younger ages it can be a way of a child developing a sense of herself apart from her parents, or at older ages, developing more independent thinking. Often this behavior is the outward sign of an underlying issue[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemail Getting close to your partner to strengthen your relationship, while giving him or her space, can be tricky. But there are some small things that can go far in creating a well-balanced and healthy personal relationship. Shake Up Date Night Put some thought into how you can spend[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemail This time of year naturally inspires many of us to practice the art of gratitude, which can carry over into the rest of the year. Below are some ways to fill your family’s gratitude cup. Create a thankfulness garland. Supplies you will need include ribbon, fabric scraps pre-cut[Read more]
Share this…FacebookTwitterPinterestPrintemailA Simple Way To Tame Your Fears People often say it’s hard to change. Change takes a lot of work. But is that really true? What if a simple shift in perspective could change your outlook on life and that shift could create the physical body to change. Here’s[Read more]
