In a world where the news is at our fingertips, it is vital to have an open line of communication with your children, no matter their age. One of the most difficult parts of parenting is having challenging conversations with our children. Difficult and complex topics are hard for everyone to understand, parents included. Discussing…
It’s that time of year again: beach trips, pool days and fun in the sun. Enjoying the longer days together as a family, outdoors, is one of this season’s greatest pastimes. While soaking up the extra time together make sure you stay mindful of the effects the sun can cause without proper sun protection. Just…
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, more commonly known as ADHD, a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects over 4 million Americans a year, aged 6 to 11, is being spotlighted more vibrantly recently due to a recently approved treatment that just hit the medical scene. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved a video game as an…
As the formal school year winds down, there are many ways to keep children engaged and on track with their educational needs. It is imperative to keep children in a constant learning environment where they thrive from new experiences, tools, and engaging activities. Life experiences count toward their educational makeup, but there are enrichment…
As the homeschooling season is winding down, for parents and students, we are hit with the wave of summer in what seems like an instant. Kids are feeling excited to complete their school year while wanting to go out and enjoy the sunshine of the summer. It can be hard to navigate through the transition,…
We are all creatures of habit who find a sense of normalcy in having a routine to help us through our daily lives, right? Routines set our children up for success. Not having one can be determinantal and cause unnecessary headaches for parents, as predictability helps our children feel safe and secure. Creating a routine…
It’s no secret that we are living during unprecedented times. With the world in an ever-changing spiral due to COVID-19, emotions and moods can change by the day. When routines are flipped upside down and traumatic experiences are being felt left and right, the impact on our children’s mental load can be harmful. It is…
By Dr. Carrier Kinsley For all of us, social distancing is a temporary fact of life. School is now online. Stress and worries are prevalent, and our routines are disrupted. During this trying time, there are many things parents can do to help keep their children healthy in addition to following state and federal guidelines…
With the plethora of school closures amid the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic sweeping the nation, schedules for all parents and children are changing dramatically. As parents are becoming more resourceful with their time, money and energy, they are looking for new ways to keep their kids learning and active during all of the calamity. Teachers…
We’ve all seen the reports across news channels lately about the influx of people at the grocery store buying out all items imaginable to stock their homes due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A few feelings that can instantly come to mind (and heart) are anxiety, panic, and confusion, right? While we are struggling to keep…