It is hard to feel like you're winning at much of anything as a parent right now. As a parent myself, I know the guilt that follows with every mistake we make, when our child has a set back, or especially when our kids are struggling and we just don’t know why. This...
As we are all relying on video chats to stay connected with friends and relatives, we all need ideas on keeping connections strong when we can't see one another in person. Video chatting with children can be a struggle, as not all children can or want to sit in front...
Battles surrounding bedtime is not a new phenomenon. Families around the world experience their child’s determination and persistence when it comes to bedtime. Challenges might include refusing to begin their bedtime routine, asking for endless more stories, or just...
We all know the dangers that lurk online and it is important to consider how to make screen time safe for children who may be impulsive, desperate to connect, lonely, or otherwise at risk. It is never too late to have a conversation about screen time safety, but it is...
Learning looks very different for most children since the coronavirus pandemic began. For children who are doing virtual learning, they may be sitting in front of a screen for many hours each day. This extended screen time often leads to difficulties in sustained...
Virtual learning is HARD on everyone As a parent in the midst of a virtual learning, you may be finding yourself having to wear way too many hats, more than you probably ever anticipated. You may also find yourself muttering a few choice words or phrases to yourself...
How do we keep kids connected with friends during quarantine? At first, FaceTime and Zoom calls were welcomed but now they may feel exhausting and perhaps, even anxiety provoking or overwhelming for your child. But, helping our children stay connected with friends is...
Tired of trying to manage virtual learning while you're working form home? 5-Tips to get your child virtual learning independently! If you have been supporting your child side-by-side during virtual learning you are probably itching for ways to get them learning...
It has been an anxiety producing year and it's hard to know how to help an anxious child navigate this mess. So much anxiety comes from fear of the unknown, feeling a lack of power, or fearing that bad things will happen as a result of having no control over their...
We asked our therapists what they love the most about doing online therapy and heard a resounding message that getting to meet with clients in the comfort of their own home has been powerful in treatment. When we see kids at home they feel noticeably safe and...