When parents and children alike want to have the most fun and be the least stressed, the holiday season is the time of year where everyone’s stress exponentially increases. And with a significant part of the holiday season spent with visits to family, it’s no wonder that problem behavior skyrockets. If your child is prone to […]
New Year’s Resolutions: 5 Steps for Goal-Setting with Your Child
It’s that time of year again: time to make your New Year’s Resolutions. But what about your child? If you have a school age child or an adolescent, I bet they have a few resolutions they would like to commit to in the New Year. Here are 5 easy steps to get you and your […]
How to Deal with the Post-Christmas Let-down
In life there are ups, and there are downs. And never is this felt more strongly for your child than the annual post-Christmas let-down. Before Christmas, your child was looking forward to time off from school, decorating the tree, sleeping in, fun activities in the community, eating sweets and treats, and yes, above all, presents […]
Top 3 Reasons to Tell the Truth About Santa
What do you do when your child says to you: “Is there really a Santa?” It can be tempting to dig your heels in and keep up with the make believe, but there are solid reasons why it’s just plain humane to tell your child the truth about Santa. From approximately the ages of 6-12 […]