Beyond BFFs
Redefining Friendship in a Changing World The idea of “best friends” has long been romanticized and often appears in children’s books and films. Think Harry and Ron. Or Woody and … read more
Article Category: Child Development
The Toddler Diaries
What to Do With the Littles When the Bigs Go Back to School The first day of school has a script. We buy new clothes, pack the lunchbox and snap … read more
The College Pressure Paradox
Protecting Your Child’s Mental Health Without Lowering Your Expectations If you have a teen in high school, you may feel the mounting anxiety over college admissions. For parents, dreaming of our child’s future … read more
Involved Fathers Make a Difference: How Dad’s Support Helps Preteens and Teens Thrive
Research shows that engaged fathers can improve behavior, school success, self-esteem, and long-term empathy in their children — plus practical ways dads (and male role models) can stay connected during … read more
Why Your Child’s Personality May Change Temporarily After Relocating
A child who was outgoing suddenly refuses to leave the house. A typically easygoing seven-year-old starts having meltdowns over small things. A teenager who used to talk freely goes almost … read more
Great Books For Kids About Mindfulness
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a great occasion to consider what you can do to help the kids stay as stress-free as possible. One possibility is to teach them … read more
The Beautiful Benefits of Bonus Families
More Than Stepping In There’s a quiet revolution happening in living rooms and at dinner tables across the country. For decades, families formed after a divorce or a new marriage … read more
Adopting a Timid Cat: How Patience Turned Fear into Love
Timid Tabby A fraidy-cat’s gentle journey toward love A little over two years ago, my adult daughter, Zoe, adopted a two-year-old cat. She named her Momo. To say this cat … read more
Summer Day Camp: The Best of Both Worlds
Why day camp works for so many families I started day camp in the summer between first and second grade. That was a long time ago, and honestly, the thing … read more
Why Summer Camp is Great for Parents Too
A break that benefits everyone Most parents know that kids benefit tremendously from going to summer camp. But have you ever thought about how sending your kids to camp can … read more