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7 Good Habits to Start in 2018

The new year means a new and positive you! Myla likes to start fresh every new year with goals and creating good habits! 2018 is here so now is the time to make some new year goals and a list of new positive habits for 2018! Being a good citizen and the best version of ourselves is the best way to start the new year.

Myla compiled a list of 7 new positive habits that you can start doing today! See the list below:

1.) Make My Bed Everyday– Starting your day off with a nicely made bed can improve your mood and start your morning off on a positive mindset. Daily goal: Make my bed every morning.

2.) Brushing Teeth Twice a Day- Brushing your teeth is a very important habit for good teeth health and keeping you from getting cavities. Daily goal: Brush your teeth every morning and every night.

3.) Eating Healthy– Although sweets are fun to eat we need to eat more veggies and fruit in our diet. Making sure that we eat a proper diet is key to growing and having healthy bones and muscles.  Daily goal: Eat more veggies and fruits daily.

4.)Daily Exercise– Video games are fun but we need to make sure to run around outside and get in some much needed exercise. It is good for us to move around and enjoy the outdoors. Sitting for too long is not healthy. Daily goal: Be more active and move around more daily.

5.) Cleaning Room– Picking up after yourself is important. You never want to leave messes around for other people to pick up. Keeping your room clean, helps you to feel more organized and ready for the day. Daily goal: Put toys away when done playing with them.

6.) Say Please and Thank you–  Learning manners and being respectful to our parents, adults, teachers and friends. Being a good citizen is very important on how we treat others and ourselves. Daily goal: Be polite, say thank you and please.

7.) Going to Bed On Time– Sleep habits are important for us to get in the proper amount of sleep and be productive during our day. So making sure to follow the right bedtime and getting up in the morning is a good habit. Daily goal: Going to bed on time and waking up on time in the morning.

What are your new positive goals and habits for the new year? Do you want to share them with Myla? Send in your 2018 positive habit goals to: info@myfriendmyla.com. She would love to hear from you!

 

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Tips to Keep Your Pets Safe This Holiday Season

As we gather and celebrate the holiday season with family and friends. We tend to spoil our fur-babies as well with extra helpings of food and treats. Although we love to give our furry babies some extra treats this time of year, we need to be sure that they are safe for them to eat. Austin 360 did an article on pet safety during the holidays. Enjoy the article and holiday tips below.

Turkey

The centerpiece of Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner,  can be toxic to pets if you use garlic, butter and other seasoning, Fox News reported. If the bird is cooked without extra ingredients, then it is safe for dogs and cats, The American Kennel Club says. The AKC also says to remove the skin and excess fat from any pieces you sneak to the dog, and don’t let them gnaw on the bones because they can splinter and either block or tear their intestines.

Stuffing

Stuffing, while made mostly of bread, can be dangerous to dogs and cats thanks to the ingredients used. Onions are dangerous for dogs and cats. They can cause anemia in dogs, according to the AKC.

Sweet Potatoes

Again it’s not the main ingredient of sweet potatoes, but the seasonings that can cause your pets to get sick.

Alcohol

Small amounts of alcohol can make them intoxicated. It can also cause a drop in blood sugar, blood pressure and in severe cases, seizures, respiratory failure and even death, according to the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals.

Coffee

Caffeine is a big no for animals. If an animal drinks anything with caffeine, it can lead to vomiting, diarrhea, excessive thirst, hyperactivity and abnormal heart rhythms, according to the ASPCA.

Chocolate

We all know that chocolate is dangerous to dogs, but why is the sweet treat a no-no for dogs? It’s all because of theobromine, which is toxic for dogs and cats. If they ingest it, they may vomit, have diarrhea and seizures, even death, according to Reader’s Digest.

Christmas and Holiday Plants and Decorations

Be mindful this time of year with plants and flashy shiny decorations. Trees can also be an issue with pets, climbing into them and getting hurt. Some plants are very poisonous like Poinsettias. Be careful when decorating, to place them in high places where your pets cannot get to it. Watch your decorations and make sure they do not contain too much glitter or paint substances that can make a pet sick if eaten. Keep them high and out of reach as much as possible. New shiny objects bring out pet curiosity and can tempt them with eating dangerous objects.

Click here for more foods that are dangerous to pets and to read the original source article from Austin 360.

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Celebrating Family Time During the Holidays!

The holiday season is a wonderful time to spend quality family time. It is a time for everyone to be empowered to have their feelings, thoughts and ideas shared to create new memories that will last for many years. Listed below are some suggestions and tips that parents could follow to minimize stress and frustration.

  • Structure the time:

    Keep as much structure as possible to avoid chaos or frustration from occurring. Keeping the momentum of daily life could avoid a lot of stress for those who have a hard time dealing with changes in routine or too much free time on their hands. Be consistent about maintaining family rules, expectations, and schedules. This will minimize bad habits from setting in, and confusion about what is expected from you after the holidays.

  • Be Flexible:

    Allow for some unexpected changes in plans. Try not to be so rigid that family members may miss out on special opportunities that may come up. If your child asks to do something out of the usual, consider it, with clear guidelines that all rules and expectations are still expected.

  • Communicate:

    Try not to assume or expect your children, especially teenagers, will want to cooperate with last minute requests to do things. Try to give them as much notice as possible to avoid temper tantrums or arguments. This would be a good time to start a family calendar, if you do not already have one, listing activities for each day. Encourage your children to take part in the discussion, planning and recording some of the activities.

  • Volunteer:

    Try to do at least one act of kindness to instill the value of giving to others. Allow every family member to have an opportunity to suggest one activity that everyone in the family could participate in. Have them share why it would be important to them to do what they selected. Decide as a family which one you could all agree on doing.

  • Avoid Overspending:

    Be financially responsible. Plan your budget and stick to it. Teach your children the true meaning of the holidays by not over indulging them with material things that they say they want, but you can’t afford. This will only add to financial stress after the holidays.

  • Resolve Conflicts:

    If there are issues between family members try to encourage opportunities for resolving them. If you have an issue with your teenager, try to sit down and work things out. Practice listening to them and try to understand their point of view. Share your feelings in a loving way.

  • Model Calmness:

    Show your children how to de-stress and relax naturally by doing activities that will promote a calm household. Let them observe you reading a book, listening to relaxing music, going for a walk, exercising, or doing activities that will de-stress or energize you. Encourage and invite family members to join you.

  • Have Fun:

    Daily life can be busy and overwhelming at times. During the holidays make it a point to set time aside to just have fun with your family. Invite your children to go outside if there is snow and build a snowman, listen to music and sing along, have a dance contest, bake cookies, play a board game, teach them a card game that you played when you were a child, look at old family pictures and share stories.

  • Take Care of Yourself:

    Avoid getting over tired and be sure to take time for yourself. This will decrease the chances of irritability and impatience with family members. Try to stick to your regular sleeping and eating schedule as much as possible. Avoid guilt and stress, by not participating in overeating or overdrinking. Model for your children that taking care of yourself is important to you and overindulgence is unhealthy.

  • Maintain or Create Traditions:

    Think about your favorite memories and family traditions that you would like to pass on to your children and make them happen. If your family did not have any traditions that you would like to pass on, create some new ones. Make this holiday one that everyone in the family will remember for many years to come.

  • Be Purposeful:

    Focus on the true meaning of the holidays this season. What a great time to give your family the gift of a lifetime. Sit down and actually talk to your family about what the holiday season is really about. Send a message that money and material things can never replace quality time spent with those you love!I hope you enjoyed my blog post and have a wonderful holiday and time with your family!

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Tips for Father’s Day From Myla

Hi Kids,

Father’s Day is a special day to celebrate our fathers and all they do for us!

I thought I’d share some ideas that you can do to make your father happy today and every day!

  • Ask your mother if you can help her make a special “Father’s Day “ cake or cup cakes.
  • Ask your mother if you could help her make a special family breakfast, lunch, or dinner for your father (don’t forget to help clean up too).
  • Put Hugs and Kisses candy in a special coffee mug.
  • Draw a picture or make a card showing your father how much you love him.
  • Spend time with your father (sit down with him, look at him and ask him this question: What is one thing nice that happened to you today? Then have him ask you the same question. Remember to listen with your eyes (by looking at him), your ears (by hearing his words), and your heart (by showing him you love talking to him).
  • Make coupons and write things down that you promise to do all week:
  • I will put my toys away when I am done playing with them.
  • I will not argue with anyone in our family (especially not you).
  • I will do my chores without complaining.
  • I will say I love you and give lots of hugs and kisses every day.
  • I will go to bed without complaining.

Remember kids! We should always treat our fathers and family members with love and respect!!!

Love and Snuggles,

Myla

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Welcome Letter from Myla

My Friend Myla

Hi Kids

I am very exited that you have decided to visit my page today! My name is Myla and I am a Mini Goldendoodle, and a Certified Therapy Dog. I go to school to learn, just like you have to go to school. I love school because I learn a lot of new things, and they teach me how to behave and be the best dog I can be.

I love my life because it is so much fun! I get to go to an office to help people to solve their problems. I also get to visit schools and do fun lessons for children.

I am the main character in two special books, “I Took My Mommy’s Heart To School,” and “In My Heart, First Day of School.” Both books talk about how important it is to understand that the special people in our lives are always with us no matter where we go.

I love hearing from kids! If you write me a message I will write you back. Also, don’t forget to download my free coloring pages.

Love and Snuggles,

Myla