Raising a teenager can be an incredibly joyful experience for parents. While it is not without its challenges, there are many reasons why having a teenager in the house brings immense joy and fulfillment. One of the primary reasons why raising a teenager is joyful is...
Is Negative Thinking A Problem? My son struggles with negative thinking and it hurts as a parent to hear him say these things. He constantly says, “I’m not good enough.” “No one cares about me.” “I just suck.” It breaks my heart as a mom to hear him saying these...
It drains your energy. There are days of tears, yelling, and frustration. But there are also days of peace, happiness, and pure joy. In those darkest moments, you need to look for the light, to find that small piece of happiness to pull you through. There is...
If your child struggles with anxiety, you do all you can to help them. Teach them coping strategies, lessen their stress levels, or anything to take away what makes them sad. But did you realize the impact your own health has on your child? Taking care of yourself...
Does your child need special education? What if you don't want your child in special education? Can you refuse it? Don't worry if you feel confused...we've got all your answers here! Have you noticed your child is a little behind? “Give it time” they said, “Each...
You can make a huge impact with your child in just 10 minutes a day. Spending one-on-one time with your child strengthens your relationship and creates a space for open communication. And you can do it in just 10 minutes every day. Check out these ideas of...
By Lisa Edwards, Parent Coach With any large celebration or holiday, you may find yourself, with your children seated around a large dinner table surrounded by friends and family. This is a happy time, and you want to make sure that your children are using their...
Are you worried about your child feeling spoiled, or ungrateful around the holidays? It is the season of giving, but also a season of “gimme”. Here are 25 activities you can do to start building gratitude this holiday season. Why Gratitude is Important for...
The holidays are just around the corner. A time for joy and merriment. But if your child struggles with anxiety, holidays or big family events can be very difficult. How do you handle family holidays with an anxious child? You CAN alleviate this stress and help...
We've all been there. Feeling like your teen doesn't like you at all. Maybe they are yelling at you? Maybe they are ignoring you? Maybe they are just saying it to your face, “I don’t like you.” You throw your hands up in the air and say, “Fine! Be that way! See...