Tag: relationship
The Paradox of Intensive Parenting: Finding a Healthier Path for Your Child
Posted onThe Paradox of Intensive Parenting: Finding a Healthier Path for Your Child In today’s world, many of us feel like we need to be constantly involved in every aspect of our children’s lives. We want to […]
LGBTQIA+ Representation in Kids’ Media
Posted onWith PRIDE month in mind, we’ve gathered a list of resources for kids that have LGBTQIA+ representation. Having these resources in your home helps children be more open to diverse kinds of people and lifestyles and […]
Embrace the Sweet Month of June: Celebrate Big and Small Transitions
Posted onHello Peace At Home Families, For many families, June marks the end of the academic year. It’s a time to celebrate the hard work, persistence in dealing with challenges, and growth your child has experienced over […]
Mother’s Day and Mental Health – Self-Talk and Our Children’s Mental Health
Posted onMother’s Day arrives in the middle of Mental Health month. A coincidence? Maybe. But mothers really do have a profound influence on children’s mental well-being and at the same time are often unfairly blamed for just […]
Navigate Your Child’s Neurodiversity
Posted onNavigating neurodiversity can be a journey of surprises. All children need a nurturing environment that supports their growth and well-being. However, parents of neurodiverse children have more challenges in creating that environment. Here are some approaches […]
The Doc Journey: From a Teen Who Loved to Write But Needed to Learn to Rip
Posted onIntro from Peace At Home founder, Ruth Freeman, LCSW: We at Peace At Home have appreciated a long and productive partnership with the founder of TheDocJourney.com, David Hanscom, MD. Dr. Hanscom works with colleagues to transform […]
Peace At Home Parenting Solutions: A Teen’s POV
Posted onThis blog is written by Andie Ettenberg who is a high school senior who lives with her family in Massachusetts. She is Peace At Home’s first high school intern. The most important way for parents and […]
Navigating Your Child’s Concerns about Their Friend’s Mental Health
Posted onWhen your child comes to you with concerns about a friend’s mental health, you are in a position to be helpful to both your child and their friend. But you may also feel overwhelmed by the […]
Gratitude is More Than Saying Thank You
Posted onUniversity of North Carolina Psychology Professor, Andrea Hussong, has conducted research on one of the most important questions that parents ask, “How can I raise a grateful child?” Dr. Hussong reports that while there is considerable […]
Revamp Your Morning Routine with a Dash of Fun and the Power of When…Then
Posted onWe all want to start our day with a sweet family connection before going our separate ways. But for many families, the day begins with reminding, nagging, coaxing and worse. Here’s a better option. Think of […]
