Ah, summer. It’s a time of fun in the sun, family vacations, popsicles, and exploring the outdoors. But the truth is that parenting in the summer can be pretty brutal! There’s a lot going on, we often fall out of the structure that the school year gives us, and it’s not always easy to know […]
Improve Your Relationship With Your Kids Through the Power of Play!
As a registered play therapist, it’s no surprise that I talk a lot about how important play is for children: it helps them explore their world, develop socially, and process their experiences. But the power of play is not something that benefits kids only; adults can also utilize play to better their own lives, specifically […]
How To Help Children Prepare For A Family Move
A move can really take a toll on a family. From packing up boxes, selling a home, working with a mortgage company, and finding new schools and other important locations in your new area, there’s a lot to take care of and a lot going on. Financially, logistically, and physically, it’s a time of massive […]
4 Tips to Successfully Co-Parent After A Divorce
Divorce is an extremely difficult thing for a family to experience. No one walks down the aisle on their wedding day, thinking, “In 10 years, we will be getting a divorce.” For many parents, navigating how to remain co-parents during this process is tricky, as is putting aside their own hurt and pain to keep their […]