Toys: the silly four-letter word parents cringe at when they come between a clean room, a sibling argument or a holiday wish list that seems to be overflowing with all things T-O-Y. Although, as parents, we feel like toys are overtaking our living spaces at times, we do know that they play a vital role…
Just like adults, a certain level of anxiety is normal. Whether they’re anxious about starting a new school or visiting the dentist, anxiety is a part of everyone’s life to some degree. From small instances of separation anxiety to fears of strangers and the dark, children experience many things that can make them anxious, especially…
We’ve all been there, during a particularly rowdy game of tag something in the house shattered. Now your child is staring at you in tears. Now what? Do you react or respond? While we may want to say we would respond, more often than not, it’s not that easy. When difficult things happen, we are…
A new school year is anxiety-provoking in the best of times. After the last year and a half of the Pandemic with shutdowns, lockdowns, restrictions, and virtual learning, it is not surprising that anxiety levels for students thinking about the new school year have reached an all-time high! Here are some ways to help your…
Toys: the silly four-letter word parents cringe at when they come between a clean room, a sibling argument or a holiday wish list that seems to be overflowing with all things T-O-Y. Although, as parents, we feel like toys are overtaking our living spaces at times, we do know that they play a vital role…
With the school year upon us, parents must make the difficult choice between online and in-person learning as in-person learning is available or becomes available in school districts throughout the region. Never did we think we would have to navigate these waters, but here we are. If you’re feeling stressed out, uneasy, unsure and teetering…
As we begin to navigate the different phases of our state’s reopening plan, stay at home orders are still widely encouraged to slow the spread, keep us healthy and keep our hospital numbers at bay. More time at home means less social interaction for us and our children. As our children grow, they are honing…
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, more commonly known as ADHD, a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects over 4 million Americans a year, aged 6 to 11, is being spotlighted more vibrantly recently due to a recently approved treatment that just hit the medical scene. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a video game as an…
As the formal school year winds down, there are many ways to keep children engaged and on track with their educational needs. It is imperative to keep children in a constant learning environment where they thrive from new experiences, tools, and engaging activities. Life experiences count toward their educational makeup, but there are enrichment…
In the age of social media, instant gratification, and individualism it’s important for parents to find ways to get their kids involved in their local communities. Community service or volunteering is one of the best gifts you can give your children. It can help them become more confident, learn how to build relationships, develop a…