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How to Help your Child “Reset”: Co-parenting strategies to soften the stress of Transition Days
Transition days, those handoff moments when your child returns from the other parent’s house, can be tender, unpredictable, and sometimes downright difficult. Whether your child comes back shut down, hyperactive, clingy, distant, or “off,” it can leave you feeling helpless, frustrated, or rejected.
But here's the truth: your child isn't being difficult. They're adapting. With a little intention and compassion, you can help them reset! This post will walk you through some st

Robin
Sep 26


Self-Care for Single Parents: Why It Matters and How to Start Small
Single parenthood is not a one-size-fits-all experience. You might be parenting by choice, raising kids while your partner works away, caring for children with a limited “village,” or parenting biological, foster, or adopted kids. Each situation carries its own strengths and challenges. Whether you have one child or several, finding time for self-care can feel nearly impossible.

Jessica
Aug 22


The Dark Side of the Moon: How to maintain a strong connection with your teen/tween when they start to pull away
When children start to pull away from their parents, it can feel like abandonment to a parent, but it's a normal part of childhood and adolescent development. When a child is raised with secure parental relationships it can sometimes translate to a parent feeling irrelevant at times. It can be tempting to chase old childhood-dependant relationship behaviours but in doing so it can limit your opportunity to grow with your kids and allow them the freedom to gain independence.

Robin
Jun 6


The Sandwich Years: Coping with the Stress and Challenges of Raising Kids and Caring for Aging Parents
In today’s world, many of us find ourselves juggling the demanding roles of raising children while also providing care for aging parents. This "sandwich generation" experience can often feel overwhelming. It can feel like you’re being pulled in two different directions, with little time for yourself. But with the right strategies, it is possible to manage this delicate balance with grace and self-care. Here are some tips on how to cope with these dual caregiving roles.

Robin
May 23


Navigating the Digital World: A Teen’s Guide to Social Media Safety
Let’s dive into some practical tips and strategies to help you stay safe online!

Brooke
Mar 1


Who, What, Where, When & Why: What to Consider When Answering your Children's Questions about the Divorce
When discussing how much detail is appropriate to share with your children, it is important to consider a few factors.

Robin
Jan 31


Want a resilient adult child? Start in childhood: How to help develop resilient kids
Building resilient children is about helping them develop the emotional & mental strength to handle challenges, setbacks, and uncertainties.

Robin
Jan 24


A Teen’s Stress Survival Guide: Balancing School, Friends, and Family
This guide offers practical strategies for adolescents navigating various areas of stress

Robin
Sep 21, 2024


Unpacking “mommy issues”: understanding the psychology behind this commonly used and misused phrase
As a partner blog to "daddy issues" read up on how parental attachment styles can impact adulthood and development

Robin
Aug 17, 2024


Understanding the Psychology of "Daddy Issues”: the use and misuse of this popular term
Attachment to caregivers can impact our relationships with others. Find out more about this outdated and problematic term.

Robin
Jul 4, 2024
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