by Julie Johnson | Oct 31, 2024 | Blog, Children, Parenting, Toddlers
The rustle of candy wrappers and the excited chatter about costumes mark the arrival of Halloween. Yet for many children, this holiday brings a mix of emotions. A child might freeze at the sight of a scary decoration, burst into tears over an itchy costume, or feel...
by Julie Johnson | Apr 9, 2024 | Blog, Children, Coaching, Parenting
For many parents, there comes a time when you are caught in the middle of a sibling crossfire: Your little one bops his brother on the head when the bigger one takes his truck. At breakfast time, two siblings make a run for the red bowl. They get to the cabinet at the...
by Julie Johnson | 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, Blog, Children, Parenting, Toddlers, Uncategorized
Summer vacations promise relaxation and family bonding, but reality often unfolds differently than we expect. New surroundings, long journeys, unfamiliar faces, and busy schedules can leave children feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, and prone to meltdowns. Add in the...
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...
