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Garrett Willowmere

Garrett Willowmere

Parenting Strategies & Family Dynamics Specialist

Garrett Willowmere is a parenting educator with 11 years of experience focusing on parenting styles, discipline methods, and family relationships. He helps parents navigate everyday challenges while building healthy family connections.

His work focuses on parenting approaches and behavioral guidance, including gentle parenting, discipline versus punishment, chores and responsibility, emotional neglect, cultural parenting differences, and family communication. Garrett explains how parenting choices influence long-term child outcomes.

He frequently writes about family dynamics, behavior management, and positive parenting techniques, helping caregivers create supportive home environments. His approach emphasizes consistency, empathy, and practical solutions.

Specialization: Parenting styles · Discipline strategies · Family relationships · Child behavior · Positive parenting

Experience: 11 years (since 2014)

Education: MA Family Studies, University of Minnesota, 2013 · Positive Discipline Parent Educator Certification, 2019

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What Is Open Ended Play and Why It Matters for Kids
What Is Open Ended Play and Why It Matters for Kids?
G. Willowmere
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Jun 15, 2026
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8 MIN
Open ended play gives children freedom to explore without rules or fixed outcomes. Learn what it means, why research supports it, and how to bring it into everyday life with simple materials and age-based activity ideas.

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What Is Coddling and How It Affects Your Child
What Is Coddling and How It Affects Your Child?
G. Willowmere
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Jun 15, 2026
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9 MIN
Coddling your child might feel like love — but it can quietly undermine their independence and resilience. Learn what coddling really means, how to spot the signs, and practical steps to stop without damaging your relationship.

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Benefits of Gentle Parenting Explained for Everyday Families
Benefits of Gentle Parenting Explained for Everyday Families
G. Willowmere
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Jun 15, 2026
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10 MIN
Gentle parenting is more than a trend — it's a research-backed approach built on empathy, respect, and firm boundaries. Learn what it actually means, what benefits it offers, and how to apply it when everyday parenting gets hard.

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Statistics About Cyberbullying Every Parent Should Know
Statistics About Cyberbullying Every Parent Should Know
G. Willowmere
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Jun 15, 2026
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9 MIN
Cyberbullying follows kids home and onto every screen they own. Discover the latest data on how widespread it's become, which platforms are most involved, how it affects mental health, and what parents and schools can do right now.

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Why Parents Shouldn't Take Away Phones at Night
Why Parents Shouldn't Take Away Phones at Night?
G. Willowmere
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Jun 15, 2026
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9 MIN
Taking your teenager's phone at night feels responsible — but it often backfires. Learn what research says about teens and phones at bedtime, why confiscation can erode trust, and which nighttime phone rules actually work.

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The Difference Between Foster Care and Adoption Explained
The Difference Between Foster Care and Adoption Explained
G. Willowmere
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Jun 15, 2026
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8 MIN
Foster care and adoption are not the same thing — and confusing them leads to real problems. This guide breaks down the legal, financial, and emotional differences between the two paths so you can make an informed decision for your family.

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Stages of Adoption Explained for Prospective Parents
Stages of Adoption Explained for Prospective Parents
G. Willowmere
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Jun 15, 2026
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10 MIN
Thinking about adopting? This guide breaks down every stage of the adoption process — from the home study and matching period to placement, supervisory visits, and finalization — so you know exactly what to expect and when.

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Parental Relocation After Divorce What You Need to Know
Parental Relocation After Divorce What You Need to Know
G. Willowmere
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Jun 15, 2026
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10 MIN
Thinking about relocating with your child after divorce? Before you move, you need to understand the legal rules, notice requirements, and how courts decide whether to approve a parental relocation request — or deny it.

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Questions for Daycares Every Parent Should Ask Before Enrolling
Questions for Daycares Every Parent Should Ask Before Enrolling
G. Willowmere
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Jun 15, 2026
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11 MIN
Choosing a daycare means asking the right questions before you sign anything. This guide covers what to ask about safety, staff credentials, daily routines, costs, and red flags — with a practical visit checklist included.

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When Should Newborn Photos Be Taken for the Best Results
When Should Newborn Photos Be Taken for the Best Results
G. Willowmere
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Jun 15, 2026
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8 MIN
The ideal window for newborn photography is just 5 to 14 days old — and it closes fast. Learn when to book, what session type fits your family, and how to avoid the most common scheduling mistakes new parents make.

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