by Chris Jones | May 25, 2026 | Mental Health, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips
Talking to your child about difficult topics is one of the most challenging parts of parenting. Whether a family member is seriously ill, a loved one has died, your family is going through a major change, or your child has witnessed something frightening in the news,...
by Chris Jones | Apr 5, 2026 | Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips, Technology
Screen time. Two words that can make any parent feel instantly guilty or overwhelmed. The good news? Our understanding of children and digital media has evolved significantly—and it’s more nuanced than ever. Rather than focusing solely on clock-watching,...
by Chris Jones | Mar 14, 2026 | Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips
Many parents today describe feeling burned out—emotionally drained, overwhelmed, and stretched too thin. If you are feeling this way, you are not alone. Parent burnout is common, especially when caregivers are balancing multiple responsibilities without enough time to...
by Chris Jones | Feb 6, 2026 | Discipline & Behavior, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips, Preteens & Teens, Toddlers
Life is full of challenging feelings, and kids don’t come pre-programmed with frustration management skills! If you’ve ever wondered how to help a child who gets frustrated easily, the good news is that with patience and the right tools, children can learn to manage...
by Chris Jones | Nov 19, 2025 | Discipline & Behavior, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips
It’s the middle of a family gathering, and your child suddenly refuses to share a toy, bursts into tears, or shouts “no” loud enough for everyone to hear. You feel the eyes of relatives on you, and a wave of frustration or embarrassment sets in. Most parents have been...
by Chris Jones | Nov 15, 2025 | Leisure & Vacation, Parenting Tips
The holidays can bring a flurry of excitement—and stress. We overspend, overcommit, and overstretch ourselves trying to create the “perfect” season for our families. But striving for perfection often pulls us away from what matters most: connection, rest, and shared...
by Chris Jones | Nov 13, 2025 | Mental Health, News, Statements
By Dr. Madeline Levine and Dr. Garry Rayant When my son Richard was in high school, he took an initiative that made me both proud and concerned. Curious whether stress levels among his peers were as elevated as what he was experiencing, he decided to conduct a...
by Chris Jones | Oct 19, 2025 | Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips, School Challenges
You’ve just left your child’s parent-teacher conference, and your mind is swimming. Maybe you heard that your energetic second-grader is struggling to stay focused during math. Perhaps your quiet middle-schooler isn’t participating in class...
by Chris Jones | Sep 9, 2025 | Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips, Preteens & Teens
How many times have you asked your child, “How was your day?”, only to get the response, “fine”? If your number is too many to count, you are not alone. Many parents struggle with ways to reconnect with their children after a long school day. Here are five alternative...
by Chris Jones | Aug 17, 2025 | Education, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips
Some parents dread the start of the school year, having enjoyed lazy mornings and extra snuggle and play time with their children. Others of us jump for joy knowing our kids will be back in their routine and we have a nine-month hiatus from arranging camps and...
