Now that my kids are older, I don’t experience the same overwhelming desire for a little peace and quiet that I used to (see moms, it does get better!). However, teenagers and tweens bring their own set of challenges that often takes over the minds of parents. It may appear I have more free time, […]
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Giving Thanks
It is Thanksgiving today in Canada, so what better day to share the things I am thankful for. It has been a very difficult year with my child’s suicide attempt, job losses and health concerns, but we do have a great deal to be thankful for. I am thankful for my Mother-in-law’s fight back against […]
Recognizing Factors That Impact Your Child’s Mental Health
This post is written in partnership with Stress Health, an initiative of the Center for Youth Wellness. As a parent of four children, I know all about helping children navigate the stresses of life. There are regular challenges that kids need to learn to work through, such as disagreements with friends or not doing well […]
Teaching Your Teen to Drive: The Dos and Don’ts
Your kids’ life is full of milestones; from saying their very first words to taking their first steps, heading off for their first day of school – and, of course, getting their driver’s license. The last one may be the scariest milestone to most parents, though, as it means that the kid who used to […]
Goal Setting for Teens
Teenagers often deal with anxiety about school and relationships, but sometimes this anxiety goes beyond the regular teenage “growing pains”. Recognizing what is fueling their fears is the first step to helping teenagers manage their stress and anxiety, and then you can provide them with the tools to feel empowered and in control. The first […]
In Defense of Fortnite
Something is happening in households all around the free world: the Fortnite invasion. Fortnite has taken over your wifi, your child’s mind and if your kid had his/her way … your wallet. There are tears over missed opportunities to complete challenges and elation over “skins” that have tomatoes for heads. Every conversation begins with “In […]
