Raising a teenager is no picnic! On one hand, you want to respect boundaries and give your growing child the freedom to make—and learn from—their own mistakes. On the other hand, you want to do everything in your power to
3 Ways To Show Your Kids They Can Talk To You About Anything
My mom came home from work one day to an oddly placed vase in the kitchen. It was right in the middle of the counter’s usable space. I’d put it there to hide a bleach mark I had made. Yep,
35 Things To Do On A No Spend Weekend In Winter The Whole Family Will Enjoy
This time of year many of us are working on saving money and getting on track with our budgets by taking a no spend challenge. Whether you are working on a no spend weekend or a no spend month it
How Mindfulness Can Help Caregivers
One of the biggest challenges of raising a child with intense needs is managing the emotional fallout. We want the best for our children, and with kids whose problems aren’t easily solved, it can feel as if you can never
20 Therapeutic Activities For Teens To Increase Positive Thinking
Changes in behavior, way of thinking, and identity are common during adolescence. But in some teens, these changes could lead to socio-emotional issues, such as self-doubt, secrecy, and isolation. Parents can help the teen overcome these issues through therapy activities.
How to Teach Kids About Emotions
Parents play a major role in how and how much a child’s anxiety is expressed, yet often without guidelines or tools. Society expects parents to teach our children positive behavior, but when do we learn about socializing their emotions? If our kids
Bingo! Back To School Edition
Celebrate the beginning of a new school year with a fun game of Back to School BINGO and snacks! Get the free printable by clicking the button below! Learn more here.
How To Ask What Kids Are Feeling
“Our job as parents isn’t to provide certainty in a time of uncertainty. Our job is to help kids tolerate the uncertainty,” explains Jerry Bubrick, PhD, a clinical psychologist at the Child Mind Institute. Getting kids, regardless of age, involved in problem-solving
7 Essential Homeschool Tips For Parents Just Getting Started
Many of you may be in the process of figuring out how to homeschool your kids for the first time. While it may be overwhelming, daunting, and exciting, you may need some tips to help get you settled on a routine. Read on for advice
It’s Suicide Awareness Month – The FYI’s Suicide Toolkit Update
In recognition of National Suicide Prevention Week, The FYI set out to create comprehensive and culturally specific resources addressing suicide risks, intervention, assessment, and prevention. This thorough resource includes information specific to teens, parents, survivors of suicide attempts, their families, survivors