Dolores Smyth, Author at North State Parent magazine

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Dolores Smyth

Dolores Smyth writes about parenting and family life. When she isn’t writing or motivating her three children to learn, she is running, reading or exploring the great outdoors with her husband and their kids.

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5 Amazing TED Talks to Inspire Every Busy Parent

By Dolores Smyth | October 29, 2020

If you’re a parent, then by definition, you’re busy and quite possibly overwhelmed. When parenting overwhelms us, it’s time to rethink our approach and seek perspective. Here are five TED […]

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Five Things You Can Start Doing Today to Raise a Motivated Learner

By Dolores Smyth | July 28, 2020

One of the biggest frustration parents can face is getting their children motivated to learn. It can be difficult to get kids to embrace learning, whether it’s mastering multiplication, learning […]

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Seven Budget Friendly Backyard Activities for Summer

By Dolores Smyth | May 30, 2020

“Mom, I’m bored!” Those three words strung together can trigger waves of anxiety in any parent, especially during the summer months when a child’s daily schedule is wide open while […]