Category: School Age
How to Support Your Child Without Pushing Them to Be Perfect
Posted onBack‑to‑school pressure is real Are they reading at grade level? Making friends? Sitting still? On a team? Turning in homework? It’s easy—especially at the start of a new school year—to focus on what they should be […]
Back-to-School Confidence: Parenting Tips for Independence & Resilience
Posted onThe school year is here again—and with it comes that familiar mix of hope, expectation, and maybe a little panic. Will my child keep up? Will they stay organized? Will they remember their math homework, their […]
Help Your Child Make Friends: When to Lean In vs. Let Go
Posted onWatching Kids Struggle is Heartbreaking Watching your child struggle with friendships can be painful—even heartbreaking. At the start of the school year, when everything feels new and stress levels run high, many parents wonder: How can […]
The Parenting Paradox: Doing Less is the Secret to Raising Independent Kids
Posted onNo prizes for guessing why “independence” is our theme this month. But here’s the real reason: more and more parents are worried that their kids will not cope on their own. Whether “on their own” means […]
Pride for Parents: Being an Ally Starts at Home
Posted onThe world might feel especially heavy right now and for some of us, it’s always like that. If you identify as LGBTQIA+ or love someone who does, the weight of intolerance, discrimination, and misunderstanding can feel […]
Be the Anchor Your Child Needs in a Turbulent World
Posted onParenting Through Chaos: Why You (and Your Child) Need a Steady Anchor Ever catch yourself thinking, “Once things settle down, I’ll finally…” or “This wouldn’t be a problem if life were more normal”? The truth is, […]
Dad, Let’s Talk: Why Your Attention Matters More Than Ever
Posted on“Fathers who are emotionally present, who show up and tune in to their kids, create lasting neural patterns of connection that shape how children see themselves and others.” — Dan Siegel, paraphrased from interviews and themes […]
Lighten Mom’s Mental Load to Boost Kids’ Mental Health
Posted onParenting can feel like a full-time job… on top of your full-time job. The invisible mental load can be exhausting. If you’re constantly juggling tasks and wondering why it feels so hard—you’re not alone. Perhaps even […]
Raising Financially Savvy Kids
Posted onFinancial literacy for kids is more important than ever. With digital wallets, online shopping, and in-game purchases, children are making money decisions earlier—and often without fully understanding them. Teaching kids about money isn’t just about saving […]
Is Your Child Stressed or Struggling? Recognize the Signs and Learn How to Help
Posted onWhile we’re living in a period of stress and turmoil, we all want to protect our children from pain and uncertainty. But when they’re struggling emotionally, it can be hard to know how to help. You […]
