Even the best parents aren't perfect. Sometimes, the baggage they carry from their own upbringing can seep into our lives in unexpected ways. These aren't things they intentionally do, but those ...
Life looks very different today for Gen Z (born after 1996) than it did for their Gen X parents (born in 1965 to 1981). The young adults of Gen Z comprise the first generation of “digital natives” who ...
Many parents nonchalantly refer to their children, whether babies or adults, as their “best friend.” It can be an offhanded comment about an infant daughter or a declaration to the room at your ...
For decades, parents and kids battled over predictable issues like unfinished homework and messy bedrooms. Not anymore. A new ...
Mental health issues were once stigmatized to such an extent that many people dealing with problems like anxiety and depression felt uncomfortable speaking about them or even seeking help. Though some ...
I have been working with parents, children and families for over 30 years. I specialize in elementary school age children. My book: “Parenting the Highly Sensitive Child” has been a resource for many ...
Parenting is a difficult job. But what happens when the tables are turned and you feel like you’re parenting your aging mother or father? While we love our parents, feelings of frustration, anger, ...
Co-parenting after divorce or separation can be a challenging but essential aspect of maintaining a stable environment for the children involved. Shared care can be classified into three types: ...