Humor in parenting is more than just a coping mechanism for the chaos—it’s a proven strategy for building stronger, healthier relationships with our children, while also boosting their mental health and resilience. Research shows that humor can enhance the emotional well-being of both parents and children. A longitudinal study published in Developmental Psychology followed children…
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Mass shootings and intrusions at schools or public places can feel like a dark cloud hanging over our heads, making us question how to protect our kids and our families while still giving them the freedom to grow and explore. While there are bigger conversations to be had and differing opinions and thoughts from multiple…
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Last week, I had a “day.” A day where nothing went right. Our dog was sick, the laundry piles were touching the ceiling, my children’s emotions were running high and they were begging to spend time with me, plus I had three large looming deadlines at work. All of those elements felt impossible to work…
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Humor: A Secret Weapon of Parenting
Humor in parenting is more than just a coping mechanism for the chaos—it’s a proven strategy for building stronger, healthier relationships with our children, while also boosting their mental health and resilience. Research shows that humor can enhance the emotional well-being of both parents and children. A longitudinal study published in Developmental Psychology followed children…
How Can Parents Navigate Feelings of Fear in an Uncertain World?
Mass shootings and intrusions at schools or public places can feel like a dark cloud hanging over our heads, making us question how to protect our kids and our families while still giving them the freedom to grow and explore. While there are bigger conversations to be had and differing opinions and thoughts from multiple…
The Surgeon General’s Call to Action on Parenting and What it Means for Us All
Last week, I had a “day.” A day where nothing went right. Our dog was sick, the laundry piles were touching the ceiling, my children’s emotions were running high and they were begging to spend time with me, plus I had three large looming deadlines at work. All of those elements felt impossible to work…