by admin | Sep 13, 2023 | Adolescents, Children, Parenting, Preteens
As our kids get older, we have less and less control over their lives. By the time they get to adolescence, they’ve chosen their own friends, they’ve seen things online that would make our eyeballs fall out, and they’ve had romantic interests we know nothing about....
by Julie Johnson | Jul 12, 2023 | Children, Parenting, Uncategorized
“Conflict is an opportunity to learn how to love each other better over time.” Dr. John Gottman Underlying our children’s behavior are often simple questions they want answered everyday… Am I good? Do you love me? Will you keep me safe? With partners, those...
by Julie Johnson | Jun 7, 2023 | Adolescents, Children, Parenting, Toddlers, Uncategorized
For kids, summertime can be a respite from the pressures of school, a chance to meet new people, and explore new places. For parents, summer can mean juggling care and work, listening to complaints of boredom or arguing about screen time. Sometimes it’s about managing...
by Julie Johnson | Aug 30, 2022 | Adolescents, Children, Parenting, Preteens, Toddlers, Uncategorized
For most kids, going back to school is a big transition and for some it feels like a momentous challenge. Whether your child is starting school for the first time or changing schools or teachers, going back can bring up lots of feelings for kids and adults! Fears and...
