Two months ago we welcomed a beautiful baby girl into our family. There are so many special moments that come with finally meeting your child. It’s like a being on a honeymoon, the experience is full of excitement and jubilation. The first burst of elation after delivery, the first glimpse of features, the coos, the […]
9 Alternatives to ‘Stop Crying’ and Why that Phrase Hurts
Crying always happens for a reason. Whether it is due to pain, sadness, attention or hurt, the emotions are valid and make sense. Regardless of the reason, crying is a way of conveying a message. When we silence the message with ‘stop crying’ it can make things worse. Of course, as a parent it’s so […]
7 Back to School Tips for a Smooth Transition
Going back to school can be very difficult on children of any age. The transition can cause anxiety and/or behavioral outbursts which also causes strain for parents. This list of back to school tips will help contribute to a smoother transition within your household. 7 Back to School Tips Begin new sleep routines 1-2 weeks […]
Why You Need Family Traditions and 3 Ways to Start Today
Why is it so important for families to cultivate traditions? Family traditions create consistency and security within a family unit. We love the expected, especially if it is tied to positive memories. These positive memories feed our familial relationships and keep us connected for the long haul. Memorable traditions can also add a positive light […]
Tips and Tricks for Children with Anxiety
Yes, it is true, anxiety is not an “adult only thing.” Many children struggle with anxiety as well. While it can be derived from a variety of areas (complex trauma, home environment, health, biology, etc), it does not take away from how heart breaking it can be to live among children with anxiety. The research shows […]
Helping Children: Hope Through Attachment
A secure attachment to a primary caregiver is the most important aspect to developing a healthy and well balanced child. Unfortunately, there are many times when this attachment gets put on the back burner and the child is not afforded the chance to form a secure attachment. When this happens, a plethora of emotional and behavioral […]
Three Things Every Child Needs
As many psychologists have noted, there are three things every child needs in order to develop in a healthy and positive way. When any of these three areas are lacking, problem behaviors arise and children struggle. For this reason, it is important to reflect often on the following aspects to see how we are measuring […]
5 Simple Ways to Practice Self Care
Do you ever feel like you are running on empty when taking care of others? How often do you really practice self care? It seems as though there is always a project to complete, a child to transport to an event, another meal to cook, an additional friend who needs your support, and that burdensome to-do list that […]