Every parent wants their child to succeed. Some kids have their own internal drive to win or achieve. Yet, “that drive” can result in tears, frustration or meltdowns. So, how do you support the perfectionist child? Have you ever wondered how some kids just seemed to always put undue pressure upon themselves? Do you have …
book review
Mindful Parenting for ADHD by Dr. Mark Bertin
If you are looking for a different way to approach ADHD and want to reduce your stress, consider reading the workbook, Mindful Parenting for ADHD by Dr. Mark Bertin. Raising a child with ADHD can have its fair share of good and not-so-good days. It can be stressful if kids constantly forget to bring what …
Book Review: Why Smart Kids Worry & What Parents Can Do To Help
Anxiety can feel like a “tornado inside the mind.” It can cause kids to lose sleep, have bellyaches or headaches. When kids are worried, they can have tantrums, meltdowns, be defiant or show other challenging behaviors. Unfortunately, while in the midst of a pandemic with everyone’s life in chaos, it is more common than not. …
Book Review: How To Talk So Teens Will Listen & Listen So Teens Will Talk
Readers of my blog will know that I LOVE the original book by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish, How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen so Kids Will Talk. The book focuses on communication strategies that parents will find both practical and commonsense. I have always been a fan of these authors and …
Raising An Organized Child by Dr. Damon Korb
Have you ever wondered how to help your child learn to become more organized? Ever wished your child could plan for their day and know what they needed to be prepared? Wondered if your child would ever come to see order in the chaos of life? Every parent wants to see their child become a …