by Ari Yares | Nov 20, 2017 | Gratitude, The Innovative Dad Blog
It’s been a little more than 5 years, plus two moves since Sandy entered our lives and created chaos, upheaval, and community. I wrote this post in the weeks following Superstorm Sandy’s devastating path across Long Island. I had heard horror stories from...
by Ari Yares | Aug 9, 2016 | 21st Century Learning, The Innovative Dad Blog
I just finished watching Gever Tulley’s Ted Talk, “5 Dangerous Things You Should Let Your Kids Do,” and I’m not sure that I’m done freaking out. I have visions in my head of allowing my 5 year old to use real knife or letting my 8 year...
by Ari Yares | Dec 15, 2016 | Mindfulness, The Innovative Dad Blog
Bedtime rituals are incredibly important. We treasure our memories of reading to our children, getting snuggles and kisses, and carefully tucking them into bed. Yet, in many households, these rituals end up by the wayside in the rush to get the kids asleep so the...
by Ari Yares | Jan 11, 2018 | The Innovative Dad Blog
Have you ever had one of those days where it feels like you are constantly nagging your children to get something done or to stop bothering his sister? Or maybe you are sitting down with your partner at the end of the day and you can only think of the million and one...
by Ari Yares | Feb 18, 2018 | Parenting Strategies to Kid Habits
Looking for an easy relaxation technique? Try square breathing. It’s an easy technique that you can use to help your child calm themselves down. Watch this short video to learn how. Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens...
