Kids
Putting Yourself First in Parenting
We’re all familiar with the safety instructions the flight attendant gives all passengers on a plane: when it comes to safety: putting yourself first. It makes perfect sense when we have that urgent image of… Continue reading
Simple Summer Tips for Kids & Teens
Teens Now that summer is here and the ramifications of Covid-19 are still in place, this can be an especially tough time for teens. But by making time for a few basics you can help… Continue reading
Manage End of Summer Anxiety
Many kids look forward to summer as a time to play, relax, and try new things. But for children with anxiety, summer can present some unique stressors. Here are a few common ways that summer… Continue reading
3 Ways to Keep Your Kids Excited About School
Throughout our lives, many things shape us into the people we become as adults. And whether it is homeschool or traditional school, education is one of the most important aspects of a child’s life. However,… Continue reading
Supporting Your Teen’s Development
Create Trust Through Communication What is the best way to build trust with your teenager? Talking to them more is the first step! If you want to develop a close relationship with your teenager, you… Continue reading
What’s Your Attachment Style?
What’s attachment theory? Developed in the 1930s by psychologists John Bowlby and Mary Ainsworth, attachment theory explains how we form relationships with others. Your relationship with your parents, or your primary caregiver, affects your relationship… Continue reading
5 Tips to Support Teen Mental Health
While we’ve entered a new year, the stress and uncertainty surrounding the pandemic is still present. This time has been difficult for everyone, but especially for teens. A recent survey by the American Psychological Association,… Continue reading
8 Ways to Teach Kids Gratitude This Thanksgiving
This year has been stressful for children, as their worlds have turned upside down in 2020. The shutdown that occured from the pandemic has separated kids from their schools, extended families and friends. Many families… Continue reading
COVID-19 and Summer Vacation for Teens
For many teens, COVID-19 has taken away a good chunk of their school year, socializing with friends, and attending events like prom, graduation, or sports games. Now that summer is here and social distancing measures… Continue reading
Boredom Busters for Young Children in Lockdown
While stay home and lockdown orders are being gradually relaxed across the country, experts are still advising people to stay home as much as possible and maintain appropriate social distancing. But if you’ve already been… Continue reading