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Aug 28
4 min

Powerful Music Activities to Help Your Child Focus

With the school year beginning many of our kids are expected to focus on schoolwork at home. This is a BIG change. How can we help our kids?

Carolyn Hammack

Aug 31, 2019
2 min

Growing Through Music

When I had my first son, I began singing to him almost immediately. This seemed natural since I had been singing to him before he was even b

Catherine Backus, MT-BC

Nov 18, 2018
4 min

3 Ways to Prevent Holiday Meltdowns

This time of year can be oh so stressful! Here are 3 easy ways to help both you and your child prevent holiday meltdowns!

Take Care of Yourself with a Budget-Friendly Hobby

Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC

Nov 14, 2018
5 min

Take Care of Yourself with a Budget-Friendly Hobby

I recently had the pleasure of connecting with Julie Morris, who is a life and career coach! She thrives on helping others live their bes...

What It's Like Having a Child with Special Needs: Part 3

Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC

Jun 13, 2018
3 min

What It's Like Having a Child with Special Needs: Part 3

A month or so ago I asked parents on Facebook if they would like to share their story of raising a child with special needs. I had severa...

What It's Like Having a Child with Special Needs: Part 2

Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC

Jun 4, 2018
3 min

What It's Like Having a Child with Special Needs: Part 2

A month or so ago I asked parents on Facebook if they would like to share their story of raising a child with special needs. I had severa...

What It's Like Having a Child with Special Needs: Part 1

Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC

May 29, 2018
7 min

What It's Like Having a Child with Special Needs: Part 1

A month or so ago I asked parents on Facebook if they would like to share their story of raising a child with special needs. I had severa...

2 Simple Ways to Connect with your Child for Better Emotional Regulation

Noel Anderson, MMT, MT-BC

May 12, 2018
7 min

2 Simple Ways to Connect with your Child for Better Emotional Regulation

Have you ever noticed how even young infants search for their mother's approval when meeting new people? A stranger approaches and the in...

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