So your child’s report card came and there it is: 3 Fs, 2 Ds, and a C. He’s officially failing school. “What happened?!” You say to your child. Your child responds: “I don’t know.” Before you blow up and ground him for the next 3 months, take a few deep breaths. There are numerous reasons […]
So your child’s report card came and there it is: 3 Fs, 2 Ds, and a C. He’s officially failing school. “What happened?!” You say to your child. Your child responds: “I don’t know.” Before you blow up and ground him for the next 3 months, take a few deep breaths. There are numerous reasons […]
We all need a little praise now then. Doesn’t it feel good when your spouse thanks you for doing the laundry, or your boss says “well done” when you complete your latest project? (This is the point where you start laughing at me and say “I don’t get thanked for those things!”) But I bet […]
We all need a little praise now then. Doesn’t it feel good when your spouse thanks you for doing the laundry, or your boss says “well done” when you complete your latest project? (This is the point where you start laughing at me and say “I don’t get thanked for those things!”) But I bet […]
How many times in the past week have you tried to have a conversation with your teen about something she did wrong and she says “I don’t know”? “How come you got a D in math?” I don’t know. “Didn’t I say you needed to get off Facebook and study more??” I don’t know. “Why […]
How many times in the past week have you tried to have a conversation with your teen about something she did wrong and she says “I don’t know”? “How come you got a D in math?” I don’t know. “Didn’t I say you needed to get off Facebook and study more??” I don’t know. “Why […]
The Parkland School Shooting in Florida on February 14th 2018 has rocked our nation. You may think that your child is too young or doesn’t have the awareness of the school shootings on the news. That’s not true. Chances are, your child is aware of the Parkland shooting and has her own thoughts and feelings […]
The Parkland School Shooting in Florida on February 14th 2018 has rocked our nation. You may think that your child is too young or doesn’t have the awareness of the school shootings on the news. That’s not true. Chances are, your child is aware of the Parkland shooting and has her own thoughts and feelings […]
Love comes in so many different forms nowadays, but nothing is more beneficial to the well-being of your children than when the love you give is the kind that comes without a price tag. Check out below the ultimate list of 15 free ways to show your children you love them. (P.S. You’re going to […]
Love comes in so many different forms nowadays, but nothing is more beneficial to the well-being of your children than when the love you give is the kind that comes without a price tag. Check out below the ultimate list of 15 free ways to show your children you love them. (P.S. You’re going to […]
How many times has your daughter come home to tell you one of her friends said “You’re not my friend anymore?” My guess is you’re saying “Too many to count!” It starts with preschool and doesn’t end until the college years (and arguably it’s part of life!), that girls test out friendships with each other. […]
How many times has your daughter come home to tell you one of her friends said “You’re not my friend anymore?” My guess is you’re saying “Too many to count!” It starts with preschool and doesn’t end until the college years (and arguably it’s part of life!), that girls test out friendships with each other. […]
It’s painful when your child won’t open up and talk to you. You’re desperate to know what’s on your child’s mind, but all you’re getting is one-word answers and shoulder shrugs. What gives? More common that you’d think (or like) pre-teens and teens tend to shut down when it comes to conversing with their parents. […]
It’s painful when your child won’t open up and talk to you. You’re desperate to know what’s on your child’s mind, but all you’re getting is one-word answers and shoulder shrugs. What gives? More common that you’d think (or like) pre-teens and teens tend to shut down when it comes to conversing with their parents. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
