Whether your child ignores your commands completely, or dawdles for what seems like endless amounts of time before eventually complying, parents are often frustrated when […]
New Year, New You?
The New Year often brings resolutions of positive, sometimes dramatic changes to our lifestyles. Goals of weight loss, exercise, healthy eating, organization, or career accomplishment […]
The Dangers of Overparenting
Although it is clear that parents who are involved in their children’s education contribute to their well-being and success, overparenting can do more harm than […]
Enhancing Parent and Teacher Collaboration
As we start a new school year, building a positive relationship with your children’s teachers is an essential component for success. Research shows that when […]
Put Away Smartphones!
When we want to reduce our kids’ screen time, one of the best ways is preventative, on the front end. It’s so easy nowadays for kids […]
The Greatest Harm of Screen Time
In my previous blog, I covered some concerns that parents have about kids’ technology use. As parents, we all want our kids to grow up […]
What To Tell Your Kids About the Connecticut School Shooting
In the wake of the deeply disturbing events in Connecticut on Friday, many of you may be wondering about the best way to talk to […]
Tips for Improving Family Communication
Families are busier than ever and one of the things I find they often struggle with is effective communication. When a family describes a situation […]
Math Fact App Recommendations
There are a number of excellent educational apps available for the iPhone, iTouch, and iPad. I am going to try to share some of my […]
Quotes by the Dalai Lama
If you’re in the need of a quick “pick-me-up”, or want an thought to ruminate on while meditating, check out this page with quotes from […]