Your Own Worst Critic It’s 9:00 p.m. The house is finally quiet. You think back on the morning rush, the spilled cereal, the tantrum before school, the moment you lost your patience. A thought slips in: “I’m a bad parent.” If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone — you’re human. Every parent has moments of …
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There are a lot of parents who dread bedtime. The reasons behind this are endless! It can be that your child doesn’t get tired and is very active, even at night. Or maybe your child doesn’t want to turn off the television or their tablets. Or no matter how many times you tell them that …
Divorce or separation can be a difficult situation, both emotionally and logistically, for parents to navigate. Parents also have the added responsibility of making their children feel loved and cared for during this difficult time. Telling Your Children Telling your children that you and your spouse are getting a divorce is not an easy task. …
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 …
Protective Factors for Families: Social and Emotional Competence of Children Read More »
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 …
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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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You just got into your car, after finally getting your 3-year-old buckled into her car seat, and… the car won’t start. For some reason, the battery died, and now you fear being late for work, after dropping your child off at preschool. What would you do next? Everyone needs help sometimes! In this example, maybe …
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Parenting is a journey! Before a baby is born, parents-to-be often feel excitement that can oscillate between happy anticipation and anxiety about the unknown future. After the baby is born, a process of adaptation follows. In a way, parenting is a process of constant adaptation and readjustment. Especially in the early years, children develop so …
Protective Factors for Families: Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development Read More »
Like a tree in a storm, families can be shaken by the many challenges that life brings. A storm can sometimes swoop in unexpectedly, causing the tree branches and leaves to wildly move back and forth. If the roots aren’t strong, the tree can be uprooted. If the trunk is dry, the tree can break. …
Do you remember the first time your little one discovered their hand? The wonder in their eyes as their tiny fingers curled and stretched as if they had unlocked a secret? Or maybe you can recall that adorable moment they brought their hand to their mouth, exploring its shape, taste, and texture, like a whole …
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