Family meals: a topic that strikes fear into the hearts of many overwhelmed parents and angsty teenagers alike. While often a challenging ordeal to organize, intentional family mealtimes are incredibly beneficial to every member of a family. Far too many individuals use mealtimes as opportunities to catch up on work, watch TV shows, or call
With the recent rise in child abuse cases that the media has reported on, I feel the need to address ways to help our most vulnerable children. KSL recently (December 2, 2024) did a story on how many cases of abuse were substantiated statewide. They found that “In 2024 the annual report from DCFS revealed
I once sat at the feet of a new mother who had given birth just days before. She looked exhausted and a bit scared as she passed her newborn baby around to the anxiously awaiting family members. I saw myself in her stare, remembering what it was like after my first child was born. Feelings
Imagine two little 3-year-olds building a creation out of blocks. Just as she wants to take the last red block, another child snatches it away. Maddy’s reaction is to grab the block, shout “No!”, and start to cry loudly when the other child does not return the block. Escalating into anger and frustration, she throws
Of all Five Protective Factors (aka Five Strengths), Social Connections is the strongest predictor of well-being. When we have positive, accessible connections with supportive others in our lives, we can ask them for help, find emotional support, and share parenting experiences and information. These positive experiences also build resilience and help support children’s social and
It’s been a long day, and you’re running on empty. Everyone is hungry, and you’re trying to get dinner ready. Suddenly, your preschoolers get into a fight about a toy they both want to play with, and your baby starts to cry. What happens next? Parenting is both rewarding and challenging. The 2023 Stress
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