Kids were meant to move. They were born to play and run around. In an era of online gaming, smart phones, and YouTube it can be hard for kids to want to get up and get moving, so it’s important to promote movement and activities...
As parents, we are not blind to the fact that we are not the only important people in the lives of our kids. They are becoming their own person, and, in time, they should be given the freedom to make their own choices. Coming to Terms with...
Do you ever find yourself exasperated and wondering “how do I get my child to do what I want?” You are not alone. Whether it is a chore at home, or a social interaction in public there are many times when you may ask yourself...
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...
Bedtime battles are part of parenthood. From the colicky baby, to the fear of a ‘big girl bed’, to the sheer terror of monsters your seven-year-old is SURE exist, bedtime battles and bedtime fears can be exhausting and frustrating. Child development tells us that despite our...
Temper tantrum starter: “I don’t want to stop playing my game!” “ I am counting to 3…1,2,3.” “No!” Frustration begins… We have all been in these situations where the whining begins, and shortly after, the tantrums start. There are several different emotions that occur in these...
Let’s begin by nixing the notion that self-care equates to selfishness. How difficult is that for you to do? Depending upon your upbringing, socioeconomic status, cultural beliefs, etc, it’s no surprise that attending to and meeting your own needs can feel like a self-indulgent luxury...
Parenting strategies have been studied for over 50 years and come in all shapes and sizes - “Helicopter Parenting,” “Authoritarian Parenting, “ “Dolphin Parenting,” “Elephant Parenting, and “Attachment Parenting”. Here's an extensive list of parenting styles and here's an in-depth comparison of common parenting styles....
Did you know that suicide is the second leading cause of death for children, teens, and young adults? According to the U.S Center for Disease Control and Prevention, kids as young as 5 years old, all the way up to 24 fall into that category....
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,...