Leisure & Vacation, Parenting Tips Experience the Magic of the Holidays without the Stress For many of us, the holidays cause frenzy and stress. We spend too much money. We schedule too many activities. We waste hours in... Continue Reading
Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips 5 Ways to Avoid Family Pitfalls This Winter Break and Create the Connection You Want The Winter holiday break is upon us, and for many families that can mean fun, relaxation, time with beloved family and friends, but also... Continue Reading
Israel, Jewish, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips Talking to Children about Antisemitism and Hate Crimes There is no doubt that the horrifying and violent attacks in Israel have escalated our fears. It is normal for all of us—including... Continue Reading
Discipline & Behavior, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips, Preteens & Teens, Raising Boys, Raising Girls, Temperaments, Toddlers What to Say in Challenging Situations with Children: Sentence Starters for Parents It is everywhere. The advice, the suggestions, the tips for parents, usually with a disclaimer that it is important to trust your gut,... Continue Reading
Bullying Prevention, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips, School Challenges, Special Challenges Back-to-School Anxiety: What’s Normal and When to Seek Help The first day of school, your daughter has a tummy ache. You take her temperature, but you already know that what’s really ailing... Continue Reading
Education, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips 5 Tips to Ease the Transition Back to School Some parents dread the start of the school year, having enjoyed lazy mornings and extra snuggle and play time with their children.... Continue Reading
Leisure & Vacation, Parenting Tips 4 Tips for Traveling with Your Kids This Summer The summer season is upon us and families are getting on the road again! Traveling with kids can be exciting, meaningful, and almost... Continue Reading
Discipline & Behavior, Parenting Tips, Preteens & Teens 6 Tips for Keeping the Peace with your College Kid at Home for the Summer Anticipating a young adult child returning for a summer of living at home brings both delight and anxiety. On the one hand, you can’t... Continue Reading
Media Safety, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips Let’s Talk About … Social Media Social media: the phrase that can strike fear, anxiety, and concern in many a parent’s heart. And that’s no surprise. With new games,... Continue Reading
Mental Health, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips, Temperaments What Parents Can Do At Home to Help Kids with Anxiety By Karen DeVaney, Director of Children’s Clinical Services It can make you feel worried and helpless as a parent to see your child... Continue Reading