Parenting is a rewarding but challenging journey that requires us to guide our children as they navigate the ups and downs of life. One of the most important skills we can teach our children is emotional regulation, which is the ability to manage big feelings and stay calm in the face of challenges. However, teaching …
What is Toxic Parenting? Toxic parenting is a style of parenting that involves behaviors or actions that consistently cause harm or negative impact on a child’s emotional, psychological, or physical well-being. Sometimes, parents don’t even recognize they are parenting in a harmful way because that is how they were parented. We all say things to …
Having a child who leans toward the negative or is outright a “no!” kind of kid can challenge parents. The brain’s negativity bias is a piece of this puzzle as to why your child is a glass-half-empty type of kid (and maybe you, too!). Summer was an anxious teen with perfectionistic tendencies. Her parents came …
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Being a parent of a child with special needs, behavioral, or mental health issues can be a challenging and rewarding experience, but it can also be lonely and isolating at times. From friends to family members or even your spouse, finding people who really get your kid and how they need to be supported is …
This is a 3-Part Series on Improving Parent-Child Communication 15 Ways to Improve Communication With Your Child or Teen When communication between parents and teenagers breaks down, it can be a challenging and frustrating experience for both parties. However, it is important to remember that communication breakdowns are a normal part of any relationship and …
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This is a 3-Part Series on Improving Parent-Child Communication What Should I Do When Communication Is Broken Down With My Teen or Child? 15 Ways to Improve Communication With Your Child or Teen As parents, we all want to have strong and positive relationships with our children. However, even the best intentions can sometimes result …
It’s not easy to be a parent. So if you’re a first-time parent, you’ll certainly need all the help you can get. While there will always be very challenging days, these are not an excuse to be a bad parent. But don’t worry. Sometimes, you need just a little inspiration to get you by and …
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Being a parent can be very hard, but that’s not an excuse to practice toxic parenting. Toxic parenting is detrimental to the child as it can tear them down and cause pain. Living with toxic parents is a daily struggle for kids because they can do little to improve their situation. This type of relationship …
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A child is every parent’s bundle of joy, and they have the natural instincts to protect them. Children are seen as fragile and innocent, and it is natural for parents to want them to be healthy, happy, and successful. And sometimes, we can fall into the overparenting trap. Hey, we have all been there! With …
As parents, one of our many responsibilities is to guide our children so that they grow up as independent and self-sufficient individuals. However, there is no cookie-cutter process when it comes to raising kids. As each child is unique, the same parenting style may not work for everyone. Furthermore, each parent has his or her …
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