by Ari Yares | Apr 1, 2025 | The Innovative Dad Blog
Thumb and finger sucking is a common habit among infants and toddlers, with estimates suggesting that up to 90% of children engage in it at some point. While most children naturally outgrow this habit by the age of five, some continue it into school age or even...
by Ari Yares | Mar 30, 2025 | Menu Planning, The Innovative Dad Blog
Hello everyone! This week, we’re navigating a mix of freezer cleanouts, pre-Passover prep, and welcoming company for Shabbat. It’s a pretty diverse dinner plan. Let’s see what’s on the menu! Sunday: Pizza Night Details: A relaxed Sunday calls...
by Ari Yares | Mar 18, 2025 | Executive Functioning, The Innovative Dad Blog
As a psychologist working with families, I often hear parents express frustration about their child’s study habits. It’s common to see students passively re-reading textbooks or highlighting endless pages, hoping that osmosis will somehow lead to...
by Ari Yares | Mar 4, 2025 | The Innovative Dad Blog
Finding work-life balance can feel like chasing a myth. It’s shining somewhere in the distance and, if I just followed the right path, I would arrive there and never have to worry about finding that balance again. The only problem is that, as the Spanish conquistadors...
by Ari Yares | Feb 24, 2025 | The Innovative Dad Blog
Practice. Whether it’s piano, soccer, coding, managing anxiety, or improving social skills, it’s the key to getting better at anything. But let’s be honest, sometimes practice can feel like a chore. Dragging your feet, staring at the clock, wishing...
