How is it that we sometimes turn out to be exactly the kind of mom or dad we swore up and down we would never become? We’re pretty sure most of you never planned on becoming a helicopter parent, hovering around your child to be sure they’re happy and safe. What is helicopter parenting you ask? The term “helicopter parent” is used to define a mom .... Read More
By now you’ve undoubtedly heard about the FBI sting operation that uncovered an alleged college admissions scam where wealthy parents, including some high profile actresses and CEOs, paid up to $6 million in bribes to ensure their kids were accepted into top schools like Yale and Georgetown. Not surprisingly, the backlash against the parents was s.... Read More
Anxiety is tough enough to manage as an adult, but anxiety in children can be heartbreaking. Especially if you’re the parent of an anxious child. You want to understand. You want to help. But the reality is that anxiety in children can be confounding and exhausting. Many kids miss school, social activities or a good night’s sleep just from the wo.... Read More
Maybe you pick up your toddler from daycare and are greeted with the news that makes parents cringe, “Billy bit another child at lunch today”. Or maybe you see your little one suddenly reach out and chomp an older brother or sister’s arm. Yikes! What is going on? You're going to need some tips for how to stop a child from biting, and fast! Bef.... Read More
YouTube is wildly popular, particularly amongst kids. Did you know that almost 5 billion videos are watched on YouTube EVERY DAY?! That’s right, 5 billion! This is why parents need to understand the platform and learn about YouTube parental controls. With the high volume of content being uploaded daily, it’s virtually impossible for YouTube staf.... Read More
