Besides Generalized Anxiety Disorder, children can experience several different types of anxiety or related disorders in childhood….When it comes to anxiety in children, it can be difficult to know when it’s time to get help….Ultimately, if anxiety symptoms are persistent and interfere with a child’s daily life, it can be beneficial to get some professional support.
Back-to-school isn’t just for the kids. It’s an opportunity for you to reset, find your rhythm again, and step into the next season feeling like the best version of yourself.
Finding your rhythm and staying connected.
From an evolutionary perspective, anxiety was made to protect us… What our brains did not prepare for…. was technology, capitalism, and the 21st century.
Learn pro tips to turn meal time fatigue and anxiety into healthy quick meals for you and your family.
Why Avoiding the Barbell Might Be Holding You Back—and What to Do Instead
When you suspect that your child or teen may be struggling with anxiety, it can feel daunting to think about how to bring up your concerns in a useful way. Learn ways to facilitate a supportive conversation.
Many couples struggle with daily stressors including childcare and household responsibilities, work stress, financial challenges, being emotionally available for their family, shuttling kids to activities, and much much more. It’s a recipe for conflict.
As important as proper nutrition is for a mother during pregnancy, there is much less attention paid to her nutritional needs in the postpartum period, despite the fact that her body has undergone a radical transformation.
Whether you’re newly pregnant or halfway through your third trimester, chances are you’ve heard a lot of mixed messages about working out.
While the topic of boundaries might sound redundant, it’s still something that frequently comes up in my sessions with clients, conversations with friends, and discussions with family.
In our well-earned quest to validate the hard, we sometimes forget to honor the good. The tiny sparks of connection. The laughter at bedtime. The way your kid looks at you when you show up for their school play, even if you were five minutes late and forgot the snacks.
Learn to recognize when you’re being dismissed, how to advocate for yourself without backing down, and what to say when the care you’re getting just isn’t good enough.
Diastasis Rectus Abdominis is something that is incredibly common throughout the lifespan and during pregnancy and postpartum and there is a lot of fear mongering associated with it including what exercises and activities are considered “safe” or not.
The good news? You can transform bedtime into a peaceful, predictable process.
Although snacking usually has a bad reputation for providing processed, empty calories into our diets (think candies, chips, cookies, etc), healthy snacking can be a game changer in our day to provide simple, balanced, on-the-go options to help moms power through their day.
While nurturing a safe and supportive environment for all kids is crucial for their mental health and wellbeing, it is especially important for trans and queer kids to feel heard, valued, and respected in their own respective identities.
One of the most common concerns new moms face is how to discipline their child without feeling like they’re disconnecting from them.
The truth is, a strong, functional core is essential for postpartum recovery, and sit-ups, when done correctly, can play a vital role.
I have seen hundreds of women over the years in my practice who also have struggled to maintain their sanity while parenting. So here are some tips and tricks to help bring a little more calm to your chaotic life.
Erin Jones, LCMHC shares some information on what self-compassion is, why it’s recommended for parents, and how to use it.
Let’s talk about why strength training isn’t just an option during pregnancy – it’s a game-changer.
It’s so easy to slip into the mindset that every little choice we make is a referendum on our worth as mothers. We care SO much. We want a scoreboard, some sign that we’re doing this right. It is our kids, after all. But here’s the thing: there is no single “right” way to mother.
When children struggle, the parents also struggle. Students discuss the challenges of maintaining friendships, setting boundaries, dealing with trust issues, and building meaningful relationships during high school.
Today is a perfect day to start learning more about what to expect in perimenopause! Here are five signs you may be in it right now.
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