Upcoming Events:
Brie teaches an infant massage class every Tuesday morning at Scripps Mende Well Being located in UTC.
Contact her for more information on this overview course.
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Brie also teaches a more comprehensive 4 week course at the
Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center
Contact her to learn when the next program begins.
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The Grocery Store Experience
When cruising the aisles of your local grocery store, you may find yourself pulling your hair out while being pulled limb from limb by squabbling siblings. The grocery store experience is not always a pleasant one for those of you with young and active kids.
- To avoid the aimless wanderings of both you and your children, always come prepared with a list and stick to it to get in and out of the store as quick as possible.
- Try setting aside special toys that are only to be played with at the supermarket (or road trip, while in restaurant, etc.). Keep them hidden and surprise them once you arrive at the store to ensure excitement for their newfound riches.
- For younger kids who need almost constant stimulation, providing a less healthy treat such as a long-lasting sucker or lollipop may be in order. If old enough, a mix of raisons and nuts or apple slices might curb their hunger while in the ice cream aisle.
- Catch them being great and point out good behavior versus scolding less desirable actions. For instance, “You’re being so patient while we wait in line.”
- Games or activities can be a fun live saver– Count the number of people wearing jeans or carrying a purse. Sing songs about the wacky cauliflower in aisle four or the pastry pies in aisle five.
- Play the “I spy” game in which your child must guess what caught your eye. Or try “The Price is Right” in guessing how much the bread, milk, or cheese costs.
Whatever distracting entertainment you provide, your shopping experience will likely be a more pleasurable one.
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