There’s a moment most parents recognize.
Your child is struggling.
They’re frustrated. Stuck. Maybe upset.
And everything in you wants to step in and make it better.
That instinct makes sense. We’re wired to protect, to ease discomfort, to help our kids succeed.
But over time, constantly fixing can...
Hard parenting moments don’t usually give you time to think.
Big emotions rise quickly — yours and your child’s — and suddenly you’re trying to remember what to say, how to respond, and how to keep everyone safe and connected at the same time.
In those moments, having something familiar to reach for...
The New Year often arrives with a quiet (or not-so-quiet) pressure to reset. New routines. New goals. A fresh start.
But parenting doesn’t restart in January.
It’s still you, showing up with the same child and the same responsibilities — just with more experience than you had before. And while th...
You don’t need to do more to move forward.
As the year comes to a close, there’s a lot of noise about fresh starts, big goals, and doing things differently next time.
But before we rush into what’s next, it’s worth pausing to notice what this year quietly taught us.
Not in a highlight-reel way.
N...
School Drop-Offs: What to Say Instead
The first days of school (and even weeks) can be emotional for both parents and kids. Morning transitions are tough, especially when children feel anxious, scared, or sad about saying goodbye. What you say in those moments can either build confidence and trust,...
