We hear it all of the time...parents are frustrated! To gain more insight, I recently did an informal survey of 10 parents asking them to recall a specific situation with their children that had left them feeling frustrated.Their frustration with their children, ages 2 yrs. old … [Read more...] about Flexibility is a Parent’s Best Tool!
Parenting
Bullying…Everyone is a Victim
I hear from parents of children who are victims of bullying at an alarming rate. They are looking for insight, advice and suggestions to help their children.There is nothing new about bullying. Ask anyone who has completed their school years and you will hear story after story of … [Read more...] about Bullying…Everyone is a Victim
It’s Time to Examine Your Relationship With Your Children!
Don't you love how nature provides us with a specific time each year to enjoy new beginnings after a long winter of hibernation? Everywhere we look we see evidence of "new life" appearing. Buds on the trees, blossoms on the flowers and the chirping of new "momma" birds filling … [Read more...] about It’s Time to Examine Your Relationship With Your Children!
My Mom’s Favorite Mother’s Day Gifts
Thinking back to when I was a kid, I always wanted to buy my mama something special for Mother's Day. Of course, as a kid I had no money, but that didn't stop me from wanting the very best for her. I always envisioned beautiful flower arrangements, smelly perfumes, candies and … [Read more...] about My Mom’s Favorite Mother’s Day Gifts
Meaning-Based Parenting
In the years I've spent working with children who have experienced trauma and loss, there is one mistake I see parents making more than any other. Most parents are far too focused on shielding their children from experiencing difficulties instead of helping children create … [Read more...] about Meaning-Based Parenting
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to