It was challenging enough being a parent in 2020 but now with the COVD19 pandemic that started in late 2019 and hit in 2020, raising a children has become even harder. With limited resources, people to connect with and talk to, life at home with kids is a huge strain and effecting everyone's mental health.

This RESOURCE DIRECTORY is filled with information and tips along with support for parents who are in self-isolation during the social distancing efforts to limit the exposure of the COVD19 virus. Below are the links to all the blogs, articles, radio interviews with Julie Romanowski where she offers helpful insight on many of the challenges parents are facing today.

RESOURCE DIRECTORY - 

• How to talk to your kids about COVD19 and social distancing restrictions (radio interview)
• Simple assessment to see if parent coaching and support is right for you (check list) 
• "Parents survival guide" e-book series (ebook)
• ​Parents feeling overwhelmed with homeschooling their children (radio interview)
• Tips on Quarantine Chaos (tips)
• How to Parent in 'self-isolation' tips (radio interview)
• Julie Romanowski's personal 'Parenting in Isolation' Journal (youtube videos)
• Too many uncertainties causing an increase in Parents anxiety (article)
• Tips to help TEENS during the pandemic (article)
• Feeling Guilty as a Parent? How to create more balance (article)
• Family Wellness & Parenting Resiliency during COVD19 pandemic (radio interview)
• How to achieve WORK/LIFE BALANCE during the pandemic (article)

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* Learn more about Julie Romanowski - Mother, Coach, Leader, Educator, Author, Speaker & founder of Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services.
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During the time of COVD19 pandemic, many people have experienced a range of emotions from shock, anxiety, worry, exhaustion, sadness, loss, fear, confusion and much more. All of these are normal to feel and a natural response to how our body and brain function to protect us. Below are some key points to consider when COPING with these emotions, difficult experiences as well as the next phase of pandemic safety protocol. Click on each one to read the full article on each topic.

1.) Parents facing new or increased experiences of anxiety. 

2.  Teens who may be struggling. 

3.  Create a routine for the summer months and the transition back to school in September.

4.  When experiencing feelings of guilt because there has not been enough time, effort, connection or attention spent on those you love most (including yourself).

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​Parents facing new or increased experiences of anxiety has been a huge topic of discussion during the pandemic as it seems to be having a massive, negative impact on families. One of the greatest contributing factors is the uncertainty that comes with the territory of a world-wide pandemic that has never happened before. There is no plan put in place already and procedures are being made up as we go along. This leaves most of us fearing the ‘unknown’ which is a difficult place to live life and guide our children.

Recognizing this is the first step because it isn’t your fault or your responsibility to solve the worlds problem. Rather, our role as a parent is to COPE the best we can and that means a combination of decreasing stressors as much as possible, letting ourselves know that it’s going to be okay, creating ‘known’ by encouraging clear expectations and boundaries to work within as well as prioritizing ‘self-care’ to help ease the impact of stress on our mind and body.

The Miss BEHAVIOUR METHOD is a program designed for parents that helps them to understand and learn better ways to COPE with their children's behaviour and reactions. Contact us anytime to learn more about the program as well as other services that may be suitable.
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​* For more info on this topic or to learn more about our services - please contact us at Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services for a complimentary phone consultation at 778-996-6535 or info@missbehaviour.ca
www.missbehaviour.ca

* Learn more about Julie Romanowski - Mother, Coach, Leader, Educator, Author, Speaker & founder of Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services.
www.julieromanowski.com ​

TEENS have been overlooked during the pandemic due to the nature of all the changes happening in the world landing on the laps of the adults to deal with. Most of the responsibilities parents have to cope with, have taken top priority leaving most kids in the dust. Even though all children have been effected by school closures and the adjustment in learning, TEENAGE kids have it especially difficult because their main focus is on the social aspect that comes with school and how it’s so important for TEENS at this age to stay well-connected to the peers.

With schools, parks, restaurants, cafes and malls all closed, teens are left to very little in terms of connecting. Most still have access with the internet and social media but not all and most definitely not all the time. The difficulty in this issue is that it is not the most important disruption and one that many adults would bock at due to its lack of importance in comparison to the major health, safety and financial issues effecting the world. However, a ‘minor’ disruption it may be but still a disruption. Being aware of this and VALIDATING your TEENAGE child's experience is still highly recommended. Staying connected to our friends may not be a top priority to most adults, it means everything in a TEENAGER'S world. Keeping communication lines open in general is important but allowing for TEENS to share their vulnerabilities with parents is critical. Helping your TEEN also recognize the feelings they may be experience with the loss of their social life and the adjustments they have to face is helpful for them to be able to move through this challenging time and learn ways to build their resiliency.
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​* For more info on this topic or to learn more about our services - please contact us at Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services for a complimentary phone consultation at 778-996-6535 or info@missbehaviour.ca
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* Learn more about Julie Romanowski - Mother, Coach, Leader, Educator, Author, Speaker & founder of Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services.
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​When experiencing feelings of guilt because there has not been enough time, effort, connection or attention spent on those you love most (including yourself), it is important to remember that GUILT is a natural reaction when we do something wrong or bad. When it comes to parenting and not ‘doing enough’ for our children and family because we are pulled in so many directions as well as carry an immense load of responsibility, that is not the same as ‘doing something wrong’. Therefore, GUILT is misplaced and what is really going on hidden underneath is that we are UNBALANCED.
 
Part of the reason why so many of us Parents are UNBALANCED is because we are so spread thin among so many aspects of life. Work, family, finances, health, home, schedules, school, childcare, relationships, social life, education are among the most common and it easily leads to exhaustion and BURNOUT. Recognizing this is the most important part of creating a more positive and healthier outcome. Once we gain that awareness, it can help re-focus our efforts on maintaining the balance instead of drowning in the GUILT.
 
When we identify ourselves as a ‘parent’, we think of this as a all-encompassing role that we are locked into and must complete all the responsibilities mentioned above plus more to feel like we are good parents and that we are successful. This is not the case. Being a parent is part of who we are but not all of it. Remembering our 'self' as a critical component is important to remember and SELF-CARE is part of supporting this component. If not, we end up giving and giving too much until we are depleted and that is not good for anyone.
 
I’ve come up with an exercise below to help Parents shift into a more BALANCED way of feeling in their lives. It can bring more awareness around who you are besides just being an anonymous Parent.

RE-CALIBRATING THE PARENTING ROLE EXERCISE
Follow the instructions below to complete this exercise.


1.) Reflect on your role as a parent. Think about the 3 different categories that create the parenting role.

2.) Write the percentage you feel you would give yourself ( in your current role) in each category and write it inside that circle.

​3.) Move down to the blank line underneath the circles and write ups. Write 33.3% on each one of those lines.
(As a parent, we are divided into 3 main parts - the person, the nurturer and the guide. Each one of these are extremely important. When we can give equal amounts of time, energy, money, attention and care, we find ourselves in a more BALANCED STATE. If the the percentages are not equal, this can cause for an UNBALANCED feeling which can leave us feeling empty, confused, unmotivated and feeling guilty.)

4.) Compare the percentage totals. If they are relatively close in equality, this is a good sign that you are balancing all three well and keep moving forward! If they are not, do not worry just try to reflect on which areas of your day/life can be adjusted to help bring more balance which can create for a greater sense of well-being.

​* For more info on this topic or to learn more about our services - please contact us at Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services for a complimentary phone consultation at 778-996-6535 or info@missbehaviour.ca
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* Learn more about Julie Romanowski - Mother, Coach, Leader, Educator, Author, Speaker & founder of Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services.
www.julieromanowski.com ​

PARENT COACHING is ideal for anyone who may be struggling with children's behaviour or guiding the family in daily life. Julie Romanowski is one of Canada's top Parenting educators and parenting speakers who shares practical tips and strategies for parents of children of all ages as well as offers a new program called the MISS BEHAVIOUR METHOD PROGRAM that is easy to follow with tremendous results. Discover how PARENT COACHING may be right for you.

Link to the Services page here >>>>>

​* For more info on this topic or to learn more about our services - please contact us at Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services for a complimentary phone consultation at 778-996-6535 or info@missbehaviour.ca
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* Learn more about Julie Romanowski - Mother, Coach, Leader, Educator, Author, Speaker & founder of Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services.
www.julieromanowski.com ​

Don't miss out on the new and incredible "PARENT'S SURVIVAL GUIDE" eBook series! We have our second eBook of the series available called MOTIVATION - the May edition. In this edition, you will find the secret way of how to beat boredom and increase MOTIVATION during social distancing and self-isolation. There is important info, cool tips and a simple exercise to help bring awareness around this topic and get you motivated!

During these unprecedented times of the COVD19 pandemic, everyone's lives have been effected causing for major disruption and overwhelm. Parents are finding it especially difficult as having children at home and not at school, proves to be a tremendous challenge. This eBook series is available for anyone who lives, works or interacts with children and it is even suitable for anyone feeling overwhelmed in life and not sure where to start to getting back on track.

We are offering one eBook per month for free! Download it right away because it won't be available for long! At the end of pandemic, we will offer all the eBooks in the series for a small fee so you have access to all of them, all at once.



Click HERE to download MOTIVATION - the May edition of the eBooks series >>>>>
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​* For more info on this topic or to learn more about our services - please contact us at Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services for a complimentary phone consultation at 778-996-6535 or info@missbehaviour.ca
www.missbehaviour.ca

* Learn more about Julie Romanowski - Mother, Coach, Leader, Educator, Author, Speaker & founder of Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services.
www.julieromanowski.com ​

Learn how to navigate conversations with children around the COVD19 virus, world pandemic, self isolation & everything that comes along with that with Vancouver's top parenting coach, Julie Romanowski. Julie is interviewed by Jill Bennett on CKNW 980 news talk radio about the effects the virus is having on our families and children. Parents are offered tips on how to speak to their children about easing anxiety, staying healthy and avoiding risk. Julie also discusses in detail what the best course of action is when it comes to how much news to expose to children regarding these issues.

Listen to the full radio interview here  (6:48 minutes long) >>>>>

​* For more info on this topic or to learn more about our services - please contact us at Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services for a complimentary phone consultation at 778-996-6535 or info@missbehaviour.ca
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* Learn more about Julie Romanowski - Mother, Coach, Leader, Educator, Author, Speaker & founder of Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services.
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Don't miss out on the new and incredible "PARENT'S SURVIVAL GUIDE" ebook series! We have our first ebook of the series available called HOPE - the April edition. During these unprecedented times of the COVD19 pandemic, everyone's lives have been effected causing for major disruption and overwhelm. Parents are finding it especially difficult as having children at home and not at school, proves to be a tremendous challenge. This ebook series is available for everyone who lives, works or interacts with children and it is even suitable for anyone feeling overwhelmed in life and not sure where to start to getting back on track.

Click HERE to download your FREE ebook >>>>>

​* For more info on this topic or to learn more about our services - please contact us at Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services for a complimentary phone consultation at 778-996-6535 or info@missbehaviour.ca
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* Learn more about Julie Romanowski - Mother, Coach, Leader, Educator, Author, Speaker & founder of Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services.
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With the sudden change in our routines and lifestyles due to the COVD19 PANDEMIC, our lives can be thrown into a chaotic mess! If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed due to these circumstances, that is perfectly normal and good to feel, process and let go of. When it comes to the parenting part of isolation, we have listed four key tips to add to your new norm that can provide some comfort, feeling of accomplishment as well as predictability in these very unpredictable times. If you can try to provide these four basic areas with in the daily routine as best as you can, then this can definitely ease some of the overwhelm within the day when at home in isolation with the family. 


4 TIPS FOR PARENTS TO EASE THE OVERWHELM DURING THE PANDEMIC

1.) PLAY - the importance of play is top priority in a child's life and one that is now more important than ever. During the pandemic, children can find the feeling of security, joy, peace and learning while playing. Examples of play would be building, pretending, exploring, movement or creating. Allow for multiple times during the day where a child is given 'free time' to do what they choose with no other interrupters or responsibilities.

2.) REST - most adults and children don't get enough adequate sleep and now is the time to catch up! It is also important for rest times during the day both physical rest and mental rest. An example would be taking a short nap, quiet time after lunch, a break to just be still (sit, pray or meditate) which all of these can allow our brains to re-boot, re-energize and cope much better with the stress all around. Allow for rest and sleep to be top priorities now.

3.) LEARN - learning can look a variety of different ways. Some children thrive with school work and projects while other children prefer more hands-on learning through experiments and exploring. An example would be cooking in the kitchen with kids where science, math and reading can be practiced during the experience. Which ever way your child learns best, allow for time during the day that they can engage in learning.

4.) SOCIALIZE - self-isolation does not mean social-isolation. We can maintain our very important connections through other ways besides touching or being close to each other. Some examples are phone calls, internet communications, social media, skype/facetime and extreme physical distancing are still a safe bet and very manageable.  Allow for opportunities in the day where children can communicate with loved ones that do not live in the household with them.

​* For more info on this topic or to learn more about our services - please contact us at Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services for a complimentary phone consultation at 778-996-6535 or info@missbehaviour.ca
www.missbehaviour.ca

* Learn more about Julie Romanowski - Mother, Coach, Leader, Educator, Author, Speaker & founder of Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services.
www.julieromanowski.com ​

As a parenting coach and consultant living in the Vancouver, BC area, I have seen and felt the effects of the impact the COVD19 pandemic has had on my life, family, household, lifestyle, work, community, country and world. I wanted to offer the tips, info and strategies that I have in regards to children's behaviour and discipline by sharing a journal entry every day for parenting in isolation.    ** (entries made daily)

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Journal Entry #1: "join me on my journey"
​Journal Entry #2: "the power of NO!"
Journal Entry #3: "bathroom cool down break"
Journal Entry #4: "create stations in your home"
Journal Entry #5: "how to balance screen time"
Journal Entry #6: "get the kids cooking"
Journal Entry #7: "it's not homeschooling"
Journal Entry #8: "in a grieving period"
Journal Entry #9: "emotional support is available"
Journal Entry #10: "kids helping with the dishes"
Journal Entry #11: "keeping kids hydrated"
Journal Entry #12: "feeling annoyed and irritated"
Journal Entry #13: "parenting help with this program"
Journal Entry #14: "creating quiet spaces at home"
Journal Entry #15: "celebrations in self-isolation"
Journal Entry #16: "importance of play with kids"
Journal Entry #17: "special message to all parents"
Journal Entry #18: "free, new ebook for parents"
Journal Entry #19: "celebrating parents"
Journal Entry #20: "4 guidelines to plan your day"
Journal Entry #21: "field trips to beat boredom"
Journal Entry #22: "validating a child's upset"
Journal Entry #23: "combining art and nature activity"
Journal Entry #24: "need creative snack ideas"
Journal Entry #25: "kids are watching your every move"
Journal Entry #26: "how to deal with tantrums"
Journal Entry #27: "parent and child power struggle tips"
Journal Entry #28: "grocery shopping with kids"
Journal Entry #29: "anxiety solutions for parents and children"
Journal Entry #30: "parenting is exhausting and challenging"
Journal Entry #31: "family pets that kids can be responsible for"
Journal Entry #32: "doing school work at home in quarantine"
Journal Entry #33: "how to display kids art work on a budget"
Journal Entry #34: "de-escalating kids when they are angry or aggressive"
Journal Entry #35: "feeling guilty over parenting mistakes"
Journal Entry #36: "responding vs. reacting and how to manage or control emotions"
Journal Entry #37: "self-care and burnout prevention for parents"
Journal Entry #38: 'quick fix for children's negative behaviour"
Journal Entry #39: "stress-free car rides"
Journal Entry #40: "understanding teens in the teenage years"
Journal Entry #41: "Attention seeking behaviour"
Journal Entry #42: "communication technique"
Journal Entry #43: "Mother's Day message"
Journal Entry #44: "parenting Program & workbook"
Journal Entry #45: "message behind the behaviour"
Journal Entry #46: "teaching empathy to kids"
Journal Entry #47: "difference between praise & encouragement"
Journal Entry #48: "beating boredom and getting motivated - new eBook"
Journal Entry #49: "how to teach gratitude to children"



 Journal Entry #50: "celebrating parenting milestones"

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TuffCity Radio in Tofino, British Columbia invites Julie Romanowski to talk about Parenting in Isolation. Tune into the 60 minute talk session with radio host Cameron Dennison. Great information to try right away while at home with your kids and dipping into 3 TIPS to deal with the new norm.

3 TIPS FOR PARENTING IN ISOLATION:

1.) CREATE CLEAR EXPECTATIONS - when ever we are in the unknown (whether its a place or situation) and it causes us stress, worry or anxiety, it's critical to create expectations and boundaries to work with in to help us feel more self-secure.

2.) FEEL THE FEELINGS - encourage both children and adults to feel any of the feelings that may come up during this time that are more intense than usual. By feeling the feelings we create opportunities for self-regulation to take place and develop further.

3.) CORRECT BEHAVIOUR - any behaviour a child demonstrates that is hurtful, harmful, disruptive or destructive must be corrected by their parents. Correcting behaviour is not about punishments or consequences but rather about discussing what parts of their actions were ok and what parts were not ok.

If you would like more info about these tips or anything else that was discussed, please contact us.


Listen to the full radio interview on TuffCity Radio here >>>>>

* For more info on this topic or to learn more about our services - please contact us at Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services for a complimentary phone consultation at 778-996-6535 or info@missbehaviour.ca
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* Learn more about Julie Romanowski - Mother, Coach, Leader, Educator, Author, Speaker & founder of Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services.
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Julie Romanowski joins the 'Drive Time' Radio in United Kingdom providing guidance and tips to parents who find themselves thrown into a different world with being at home in isolation, homeschooling their children and parenting as well as their other responsibilities. Work/life balance has been thrown up-side-down. Julie offers several tips to help parents navigate successfully at this crazy time.


Click here to hear the full radio interview (skip ahead to 1:18:29 minutes) on Drive Time UK >>>>>

​* For more info on this topic or to learn more about our services - please contact us at Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services for a complimentary phone consultation at 778-996-6535 or info@missbehaviour.ca
www.missbehaviour.ca
 
* Learn more about Julie Romanowski - Mother, Coach, Leader, Educator, Author, Speaker & founder of Miss Behaviour: parenting coach & consultant services.
www.julieromanowski.com ​

We have entered into a new era. The world has never been in these kind of circumstances before from the COVD19 pandemic. We have been forced into isolation and many of us have lost our livelihood and lifestyles that we were so accustomed too. Part of the challenge that comes at this time is having our children at home - all day, everyday. With schools being closed, we as parents have been thrust into the full time role of parent, caregiver and teacher all at once. 

We are offering our services at this time to help everyone understand and learn how to "Parent during Isolation". We are offering all of our services at special discounted rates. We are available for support, guidance and coaching for anyone who is struggling with this new role or for those who may want to start setting up a plan of action.

SERVICES WE ALWAYS OFFER:

• INITIAL PHONE ASSESSMENT
• PARENT COACHING
• 'MISS BEHAVIOUR METHOD' PROGRAM
• SPEAKING & WORKSHOPS 
• OBSERVATIONS & ASSESSMENTS
• EMOTIONAL SUPPORT
• NEWS & MEDIA APPEARANCES
• 'CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT' TRAINING PROGRAM

Follow the links to find out more about our SERVICES as well as more about COVD19 PANDEMIC articles and information. Please share this info and contact info to anyone you thing may benefit from these services at this time.
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