Attachment Styles: What They Are and How They Impact Your Parenting
How we attach to our parents as children has a significant impact on how we attach to others as adults. There are four primary attachment styles: secure, anxious-preoccupied, dismissive-avoidant, and fearful-avoidant. Each style has unique characteristics that can affect our parenting abilities. Let’s explore the different attachment styles and their effects on parenting.
Positive Parenting: What It Is and Why You Should Try It
If you're like most parents, you want to do everything in your power to raise happy and successful children. But what if "positive parenting" is the answer? What if there were specific techniques that could help you build a stronger relationship with your kids while teaching them life skills at the same time? According to experts, positive parenting is exactly that - a method of child-rearing that focuses on rewarding good behavior, establishing clear boundaries, and maintaining open communication. If you're interested.. Keep reading!
10 Positive Discipline Strategies That Actually Work for Pre-Teens and Teenagers
It can be difficult to discipline a pre-teen or teenager. They often seem to lack the respect that we expect them to have, and it feels like nothing we do seems to work. The truth is, however, that there are many discipline strategies that do work - you just need to find the ones that will work for your child. In this blog post, I will discuss what positive discipline is and I will include 10 different discipline strategies that have been proven to be effective with pre-teens and teenagers.
The Most Important Thing You Can Do For Your Kids: Build Their Self-Esteem
A recent study showed that the most important thing you can do for your kids is to help them build a strong self-esteem. When kids feel good about themselves, they are more likely to succeed in life. There are many essential strategies for building self-esteem in kids and teens, and it is something that parents should start working on early on. In this blog post, I will discuss some of the most important reasons why self-esteem is so important, and I will provide some tips for raising confident kids!
The Benefits of Play Therapy for Child Development
Play therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses play to help children work through their problems. It can be used to help children who have experienced trauma, as well as those who are struggling with behavioral or emotional issues. There’s a lot to be said about play therapy, let’s unpack it!
The Ultimate Parent’s Guide to Transitioning to High School
The transition from middle school to high school can be daunting for both parents and students. It is a time of great change, as students move from a more relaxed environment into one that is much more demanding. There are many things for parents to keep in mind as their children make this transition.
The Truth About Bullying: What It Is and How to Deal With It
Bullying is a term that is often heard, but not everyone knows what it means. Bullying is defined as unwanted, aggressive behavior, that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. This blog post will discuss all aspects of bullying, from what it is to how to deal with it. We will also look at the effects of bullying and how to help a child or teen who is being bullied.
The Importance of Sleep Hygiene for Kids and Teens
Getting enough sleep is essential for everyone, but it's especially important for kids and teens. Sleep hygiene is the term used to describe the habits that help you get a good night's sleep. In this blog post, I will discuss the importance of sleep hygiene for kids and teens, and I will provide some tips on how to improve your child's sleep habits!
The Struggle is Real: Why Teens Face an Identity Crisis
It's no secret that teenagers go through a lot of changes - physically, emotionally, and mentally. One of the most challenging tasks during this time is developing a sense of identity. Teens often feel like they are struggling to find themselves, and sometimes they even feel like they are in the middle of an identity crisis.
Teaching Autistic Children: Strategies for Success in the Classroom and at Home
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to teaching a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). However, there are some general strategies that can be helpful in both the classroom and at home. In this blog post, I will discuss some of the best strategies for success when teaching a child with Autism. I will also provide 10 tips for getting children with Autism to engage in learning activities and provide information on the most evidence based program to support learning in children with Autism.
Everything You Need to Know About Narrative Therapy
We all have a story to tell. Our lives are filled with experiences, both good and bad. How we tell our story can affect how we feel about ourselves and how others see us. If a young person is struggling with a mental health issue, narrative therapy may be the right treatment for them. In this blog post, I will explore what narrative therapy is, how it works, and who can benefit from it. I will also look at some examples of how this type of therapy can be used to help people resolve their issues.
The Tween and Teen Years: A Parent’s Guide to Support and Independence
The tween and teen years are a time of great change – for both parents and children. It can be difficult to know what to expect during these stages, but with the right information, you can smoothly navigate your way through them. In this article, we will discuss what adolescence is like, the tween and teen stages, raising adolescents, supporting independence and the adolescent brain. We hope that this information will help you as you journey through the wonderful – and sometimes challenging – world of tween and teenage years!
CBT For Kids and Teens: What You Need to Know
CBT can help improve mental health in kids and teens in a variety of ways, from helping with anxiety and depression to improving self-esteem. In this blog post, I will detail what CBT is, how CBT can help improve the mental health of young people and ways you can help your own kids and teens today - without therapy!
Teaching Mindfulness to Kids and Teens: What You Need to Know
It's no secret that mindfulness can provide huge benefits for adults, but what about kids and teens? Mindfulness has been shown to improve focus, attention span, emotional regulation, behaviour, communication skills and more. In this blog post, I will discuss the basics of mindfulness, the benefits for kids and teens, how to get started with mindfulness parenting and provide some helpful resources.
Autism Spectrum Disorder in Kids and Teens: What You Need to Know
If you have a child who has been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), you may be feeling overwhelmed and frightened. You are not alone. This blog is an overview of ASD in kids and teens, including parenting tips, symptoms, treatment and resources available.
ADHD in Kids and Teens: What You Need to Know
If you have a child who has been diagnosed with ADHD, you may be feeling overwhelmed and unsure of where to turn. This blog is an overview of ADHD in kids and teens, including parenting tips, symptoms, how it feels, and how to manage it.
Managing Emotions in Kids and Teens: What You Need To Know
Understand and support big emotions in young people. Managing emotions for kids and teens can be very challenging. How do we support children to recognise their emotions? Why do kids and teens struggle with their emotions? How can we support young people to confront, understand and manage their emotions?
Trauma Experiences in Kids and Teens: What You Need To Know
Understand and support experiences of trauma in young people. What do trauma experiences mean for young people? How can these experiences affect the mental health and wellbeing of kids and teens? How can we support them through these experiences to promote positive mental health and wellbeing?
Exploring Anger in Kids and Teens: What You Need To Know
Anger in young people - what's healthy and what isn't? How do we understand and support anger in kids and teens? Tips on how to explore, understand and manage anger and overwhelming emotions in young people.