Category: Parenting Essentials
A Peaceful Halloween: Parenting Tips for a Safe, Joyful & Connected Night
Posted onAt Peace At Home Parenting Solutions, we know Halloween brings excitement — and a lot of stress. You’re not alone if you’re asking: Our expert strategies are grounded in what science tells us kids need to […]
Holiday Survival Guide for Parents: 7 Ways to Find Joy and Reduce Stress
Posted onAh, the holidays. We all have that picture-perfect image in our minds, don’t we? Twinkling lights, cozy evenings, and perfectly happy kids. But if you’re like most parents, the reality often feels more like a whirlwind […]
How Parents Can Reduce Holiday Stress and Lighten the Mental Load
Posted onThe holiday season is often described as “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for many parents, it’s also the most stressful. The pressure to create joy-filled memories while managing meals, gifts, travel, and traditions […]
How to Help Siblings Get Along: Support Sibling Relationships
Posted onAt Peace At Home Parenting, we believe sibling conflict is not only manageable—it can be a powerful opportunity to build emotional intelligence, teach cooperation, and strengthen family bonds. Why Sibling Relationships Matter Sibling dynamics help children […]
From Stress to Strength: Parenting Support for First Responders
Posted onFirst responders—firefighters, police officers, EMTs, and others—often carry the weight of other people’s emergencies. When first responders return home, that stress doesn’t disappear. For those who are also parents, the impact of unpredictable shifts, trauma exposure, […]
The Science Behind Happiness & Pleasure
Posted onThe Big Idea (in plain English) Pleasure is the short, feel-good burst (the scroll, the treat, the shiny thing). Happiness is deeper and more durable—it comes from relationships, meaning, and growing into our best selves. Researchers […]
Mindful Parenting Strategies: Tame the Chaos and Find Your Calm
Posted onWhen modern parenting feels like a high-speed, high-stress ride – and you’re feeling exhausted, disconnected, and unsure how to reset – mindful parenting strategies can help. Whether you’re facing daily tantrums, teen mood swings, or just […]
How to Recognize the Subtle Signs of Bullying — And What Parents Can Do About It
Posted onBullying is not always obvious. It often shows up in small, subtle ways that are easy to miss, especially when children aren’t sure how to express what they’re going through. As a parent, your connection with […]
How to Support My Child in Mental Health Treatment
Posted onWhen a child or teen is in therapy or other mental health treatment, parents often carry a heavy load. Guilt, worry, and even shame are common. Many wonder if they did something wrong or feel judged […]
Letting Go of Parenting Perfectionism
Posted onThe other day, I was doing a private consultation with a father of an almost-three-year-old. They just welcomed a new baby to their family and the child has been struggling with aggression at school. “Parenting is […]
