COVID-19 will have a lasting impact on the world for certain. The sudden onset of this global pandemic has led to changes in our daily functioning. Where we were accustomed to venturing out into the world to socialize or take care of essential tasks, people...
Parenting comes with many challenges. Even before you were gifted the role of Mom or Dad, you likely heard about various difficulties that come with raising children. “Terrible Twos,” managing stubborn tantrums, and dealing with moody teenagers. As parents, we expect some bumps in the...
Your child has been preoccupied with their iPad for the last hour. Out of instinct or curiosity, you ask them, “What are you watching?” and of course the answer is… “YouTube.” But what could they possibly be watching? How long is too long for them...
Parents often have questions about handling difficult situations and topics within their family. It can be difficult to get on the same page when it comes to parenting styles and techniques, but parenting as a united front is important for many reasons. Many parents have shared that they feel...
Wouldn’t it be lovely if we were provided handbooks that cover every aspect of parenting? A “how-to” for getting through everything from potty training, the terrible twos, the emotional roller coaster of puberty, and of course ‘gulp’ when our kids start “doing it.” I know,...
If you have a child struggling in school, you may feel helpless when it comes to finding the supports they need. Navigating the school system and breaking through the red tape can seem like a daunting and exhausting task. Where do I begin? How do...
When your child struggles with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, or another mental health issue, it is natural to question, “What’s next?” It is not a secret that advancements in medication have provided us with a pill to treat just about anything, including the symptoms of mental...
The word “routine” often gets a bad reputation. It’s common to think of a routine as sterile, dull, or somehow lacking spontaneity. However, deep down we know that establishing and utilizing a daily routine for success has the potential to make life a lot easier,...