Are there any parents who haven’t felt complete and utter love for their toddler and, at the same time, frustration and anger? Our beloved little ones test our nerves because they’re testing boundaries all around them. Every day, little by little, they’re mastering new abilities and accomplishing new feats, and …
Helping Your Teen Decide What to Do After High School
Helping to prepare your teen for life after high school is one of the most important tasks you’ll have as a parent. Although it can be difficult to imagine your baby as an adult, with the right approach, helping your teen make the transition into adulthood can be rewarding. Going …
Is Your Child Too Busy?
“She’s not really good at soccer and she doesn’t really like it, but all her friends are doing it.” “If I miss a practice, even for a doctor’s appointment, I get benched.” “If my son didn’t have an after-school activity every day of the week, he’d sit around eating junk …
Making the Holidays Less Materialistic
“The gimmes” are all around us during the holiday season. It can be hard for kids — and parents — to look beyond all of the product-driven hoopla and remember what the holidays are really about. It’s not the gifts but what’s behind them that’s important — the spirit of giving. …
Menstrual Problems
The teen years can be difficult — for both teens and parents. Physical changes during puberty can make adolescents feel awkward and unsure of themselves. This is especially true for girls when it comes to menstruation. For a girl, getting her first period is a physical milestone and a sign …