Month: March 2023
The Magic Formula: Decrease Stress and Increase Connection to Inspire Cooperation
Posted onIn the midst of day to day stress, creating and maintaining connection with your child can take tremendous focus and effort. In times of conflict, it’s easy to let stress overcome other thought processes. This can […]
Is Your Child Having Trouble Making Friends? Don’t Panic
Posted onIt’s really hard to watch your child have difficulty making friends.You may worry that they’re unhappy and search for ways to fix what you perceive as a problem. The good news is that it’s not always […]
Let’s Increase Awareness AND Acceptance During Autism Awareness Month
Posted onAbout 1 in 44 children in the US have a diagnosis of autism, according to the CDC. It’s likely that your child has friends or classmates who are autistic, or maybe they have been diagnosed themself. […]
There’s No Such Thing As Perfect: Reduce Stress for You and Your Child
Posted onWhether you grew up striving for straight A’s, or you spend your work time stressing about the most minor of errors, you may recognize perfectionism within yourself. Many people have this ingrained in them since they […]
Why Talking About Sex With Your Teen Is Essential
Posted onTalking about sex and sexuality with your teen can be awkward, difficult, and downright uncomfortable. Maybe you had talks with your parents when you were a teen, and they didn’t go well. Or maybe your parents […]
Strategies to Manage Sibling Jealousy and Conflict
Posted onSibling jealousy and conflict, although frustrating, is a normal development when a new baby arrives. While some children may start to act up within the first weeks after the baby’s birth, others may have strong reactions […]
Conversations That Build Self Worth for Your Child With Autism
Posted onWe speak to our children all day, every day, and the words we use are of paramount importance. When a child has autism, a few select word and language choices can make all the difference in […]