Control. Have you found yourself longing for it lately?When life feels uncertain, we often grasp for control in any way we can.You might hyperfocus on cleaning up the house.You might micromanage a project at work.You might even criticize your spouse for the way they do…just about anything.And then, there’s trying to get your child to […]

Are you overextending yourself to meet your family’s needs? Do you feel trapped in an exhausting juggling act with no end in sight? It’s time to take a step back and practice some self-care. Parents, we live in extremely stressful times. But prioritizing everyone else’s needs at the expense of our own isn’t the answer. […]

Stress isn’t something we experience in isolation—it has a way of seeping into every corner of our lives, including our relationships with our children. While you might think your stress is your burden to bear, the reality is that your kids are quietly absorbing more than you realize. The hidden impact of your stress on […]

The shift to working from home in recent years has significantly impacted family dynamics. Many parents dream of a failsafe parenting guide on how to eliminate retaliation, rebellion, and resistance. It’s a common wish that discipline could be handled without triggering the dreaded 3R’s. Yet, the reality is that parenting involves navigating countless decisions, and […]

Many have seen the meme, ‘I opened my mouth …and my mother came out.’ But how often does a teen open their mouth, and their parent comes out? As parents, when these memes become reality, they want it to be for the right reasons. Recognizing those little phrases and expressions that teenagers use, imitating their […]

Can you relate to this scenario? You wake up and spend 30 minutes coaxing your child to get dressed for school while you rush to get ready for work. They argue with you over what they want to wear, insisting on the same blue shirt they’ve worn every day this week. You finally make it […]

A mom friend sent her a picture this week. It showed her perched on the (closed!) pedestal on the toilet, resting her laptop on the toilet paper holder, while her daughter peeked over the side of the bathtub during her evening bathing routine. This is working mom life today—juggling two jobs at once but feeling […]

Happy Independence Day! As the nation celebrated its birthday last Thursday, July 4th, it commemorated the United States becoming independent from England. This festive holiday is associated with summer, family and friends coming together, barbecues, and fireworks—all to commemorate the day the country was born. As the country celebrates its independence, it’s important to remember […]

Happy summer, everyone! As summer approaches, many parents wonder, “How to keep your kids engaged during summer?” It’s a time for relaxation, vacations, and fun, but it can also be an opportunity for growth and learning. Here are a few key points to keep families and their kids stimulated until school begins: Science museums, historical […]

Dear Katherine, A parent expresses concern about their kids’ love for playing video games. The children seem to take genuine pleasure in this activity, and while they’re occupied, the parent has a chance to do household chores and enjoy a little time to themselves. The parent wonders if there are better hobbies out there—but if […]