The Importance of Attunement

   Our first relationships will mold the way we show up in all other future relationships. Caregivers hold an important role in a child’s life because of the role they play when attuning to their children. There are lots of things written for new moms...

Ways to Help Build Your Child’s Self-Confidence

  Normalize and allow space for mistakes. Kids take cues from mom and dad. By letting a child take a few practice swings at something new before stepping in with a gentle correction, you are communicating your confidence in their ability to figure out....

Adolescents Need for Structure

  During the school break this holiday season, many students find themselves without structure during their day. Although the break from school is something they look forward to and celebrate it may cause trouble when there is a clear lack of structure....

The Importance of Teaching Children about Failure

    Children need to learn the hard lessons of failure while they are still young. They need to understand that falling down is part of life and this will lead them to learn the power of resiliency. The strength that comes from building yourself back up...

Social Media and Adolescents

  Social media is a whole new world for the parents of current adolescents. The different platforms seem to appear and become outdated in a matter of months, so staying current is a challenge. Teens use social media to communicate, build relationships, show off...