Communicating with your teenager can be a challenge. At this point in your kid’s life, you are no longer center stage. Their peer groups get to spend time with the charming child you once knew, while you get the leftovers. The first step to engaging your teen is understanding their communication techniques. Let’s start with […]
Parenting
Coping Strategies for Teens with Anxiety
Most teenagers experience some degree of anxiety in their lives. It could be due to many things such as life changes like moving or changing schools, real or perceived pressure to do well in school or in extra-curriculars, conflict with peers or due to trauma or health issues. These instances of anxiety can be brief […]
The Period Pack: What to Give a Tween Girl
You’ve had the talk. The school has done their part to educate kids about puberty and what is going to happen to their bodies. Now it’s time to ensure your tween girl has the supplies she needs for her first period. If your daughter is easily embarrassed or prefers her privacy, put the period pack […]
Helping your Child Heal from Adverse Childhood Experiences
This post is written in partnership with Stress Health, an initiative of the Center for Youth Wellness, but opinions expressed are my own. There is a public health crisis happening in America and around the world. More children are growing up with chronic health issues such as asthma and diabetes. Some are displaying learning disabilities, […]
When to say No to Teenagers
Long before I had teenagers, I watched a parenting video by Barbara Coloroso. At the time I was struggling with three year old tantrums on a daily basis. He would throw screaming fits after school every day if he didn’t get what he wanted immediately. He wanted to eat his dinner and to play with […]
Mindfulness for Moms
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, […]
