Heidi Smith Luedtke, Author at North State Parent magazine

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Heidi Smith Luedtke

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Learning Beyond The Books: 5 Skills Smart Kids Need

By Heidi Smith Luedtke | January 27, 2014

Raising smart kids isn’t about “teaching to the test,” it’s about building brainpower. Kids who can seek information, connect ideas, and apply what they’ve learned aren’t just book-smart, they are […]

Again! Again! How to Make Reading Irresistible for Preschool Boys

By Heidi Smith Luedtke | March 30, 2012

I want my son to love books – so I began reading to him when he was tiny. Despair descended when, at six months old, he was more interested in eating […]

Eight Benefits of Doula Support During Labor

By Heidi Smith Luedtke | March 30, 2012

Labor and delivery is a lot like free-fall parachuting. You can take classes to prepare. You may file a detailed plan for the (blessed) event. Still, jumping into the action […]

Self-Conscious Smiles: Helping Tweens and Teens During Orthodontia

By Heidi Smith Luedtke | January 26, 2012

Crooked, crowded or misaligned teeth can make adolescents feel insecure and embarrassed. It’s no fun to smile when your teeth aren’t attractive. Some kids are eager for orthodontia, others are apprehensive. […]

Choosing Afterschool Activities

By Heidi Smith Luedtke | August 30, 2011

The intense demands of schoolwork may cause you to hesitate when it comes to afterschool time. Although you don’t want to overload you child’s schedule, the academic, social and physical […]