Parenting Tips, Preteens & Teens, Technology The Power of Unplugging One Day a Week Over a decade ago, I needed a drastic change. Within days, my father died and my daughter was born. These life-altering events made me... Continue Reading
COVID-19, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips, Preteens & Teens, Technology How to Help Kids Manage Screen Use During the Pandemic Many of us know about the downside of social media. The recent documentary The Social Dilemma made some of us even more aware of the way... Continue Reading
Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips, Sleep 6 Habits to Help Kids and Teens Get Better Sleep Sleep is vital for our bodies and brains, and getting enough sleep helps children be more resilient during stressful times. According to... Continue Reading
Leisure & Vacation, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips Parenting New Year’s Resolutions: Connecting with your Family The beginning of the New Year is a good time to reflect upon your goals and desires for yourself as a parent and for your family as a... Continue Reading
Discipline & Behavior, Leisure & Vacation, Parenting Tips, Preteens & Teens, Raising Boys, Raising Girls, Toddlers Ten Ways to Ease Reluctant Children Outdoors The many benefits of time outdoors for people of all ages are well documented. Numerous studies show that time in nature impacts every... Continue Reading
Leisure & Vacation, Mental Health, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips How to Avoid the Added Stress of the Holidays this Year This year’s holiday season will likely be different than in years past. Yet, with a bit of reflection, planning, creative... Continue Reading
Mental Health, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips Promoting Your Child’s Emotional Resiliency and Social Skills Today’s youth are experiencing higher stress levels and increased isolation brought on by the COVID crisis, including challenges with... Continue Reading
COVID-19, Leisure & Vacation, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips Simplify Your Holiday Season and Avoid Family Pitfalls The holidays are upon us, and while that can mean fun and relaxation for many families, it can also be a source of stress, anxiety, and... Continue Reading
Discipline & Behavior, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips, Preschool, Toddlers Kids and Conflict: Social Skills That Build Healthy Friendships During these challenging and uncertain times, children are socializing in very small groups, if at all. Although a small “social pod” is... Continue Reading
Mental Health, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips The Healing Power of Human Connection by Dr. Ken Ginsburg The Power of Connection We raise our children to prepare them to ultimately stand on their own. But we also want them to understand that... Continue Reading
