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Thrive Under 5 LLC

Thrive Under 5 in Wi******er empowers moms with children under five to overcome the challenges of early motherhood.

Specializing in postpartum depression and maternal mental health, our expert therapists provide personalized, compassionate care.

12/19/2025

Taking care of yourself is part of the plan — not the backup plan.
Even the smallest reset counts (yes, even sitting down for a minute).

12/16/2025

Disappointment is unavoidable for kids — and that’s not a bad thing.
Little brains are still learning how to cope when things don’t go the way they hoped. When we rush to fix, distract, or say “it’s not a big deal,” kids miss the chance to practice an important life skill: emotional regulation.

When you name the feeling, stay steady, and offer comfort without changing the boundary, you’re teaching your child that disappointment is safe to feel — and manageable. Over time, these moments build resilience, flexibility, and trust.

Your child doesn’t need you to make everything better.
They need you to sit with them while it feels hard.

12/15/2025

Interrupting isn’t about rudeness — it’s about development.

Young children don’t yet have the brain skills needed to pause a thought, hold it in their mind, and wait for the “right” moment to speak. When something pops into their head, it feels urgent — like right now important.

That’s why interrupting is so common between ages 2–5. Their impulse control and waiting skills are still under construction.

Instead of focusing on stopping the behavior, try teaching the skill. Model waiting. Give them a simple way to signal they need a turn. Acknowledge their effort when they wait, even briefly.

And remember — learning to wait takes time, practice, and a lot of support.

You’re not raising a rude child.
You’re raising a child who’s still learning how conversations work.

12/12/2025

A sip of hot coffee. A deep breath. Two minutes of quiet.
Tiny resets totally qualify as self-care — and they make a big difference. 💛

12/09/2025

Waiting is not instinctive — it’s a developmental skill that builds over time.
These quick tools help kids practice patience without spiraling. 💛

12/08/2025

The “BUT WHY?” phase isn’t testing you — it’s your child’s brain expanding.
Curiosity is how they learn, explore, and make sense of everything around them.
A few warm boundaries keep you sane, and connection keeps them learning.

12/05/2025

A little reminder for today: you matter, and your calm matters. Even tiny moments of care make the whole day feel lighter. 💛

12/02/2025

Whining = a skills gap, not “bad behavior.”
Kids use it when they’re tired, overwhelmed, or craving connection.
Your calm + clear cue helps them learn a more helpful way to ask. 💛

12/01/2025

Toddlers aren’t wired to share — not yet.
Sharing isn’t a moral issue; it’s a developmental skill that grows with practice, support, and time.
Turn-taking is the teachable piece.

11/26/2025

Thanksgiving with little kids is a whole event — big emotions, big crowds, big casseroles 👀🦃
This year, give yourself permission to keep it simple, protect your peace, and pack whatever helps your kid (and you) stay regulated.
You don’t need a “perfect holiday.” You just need a day that feels safe, connected, and doable.
Swipe through for your Thanksgiving Survival Guide — you’ve got this, truly 🤎✨

11/25/2025

To your child, it is a big deal — their brain is overwhelmed.
Your calm + validation helps them regulate way faster than logic. 💛

11/24/2025

Talking back isn’t disrespect — it’s communication that’s still under construction.
Kids don’t need shame; they need modeling, calm boundaries, and support.

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Wi******er, VA
22601

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