Back-to-school means the end of summer playtime, but it also can mean excitement for children. There’s a fresh start of heading back to school, seeing old friends, and getting into a new routine. However, sometimes kids have a difficult time with the adjustment period and need a little help making the transition. Here are 4 […]
Talking To Your Teen About “13 Reasons Why”
The Netflix series “13 Reasons Why” is all the rage these days; everyone seems intrigued by this show exploring the aftermath of a teenage girl’s suicide. Locally, at the end of this school year, there were several suicide attempts in the middle schools and high schools with these teens and tweens reporting that they had […]
4 Ways To Ease Back To School Jitters
It’s that time of year again when our kids go back to school. Summer vacation is over, and now children go to bed a bit earlier (hopefully!), strap on their backpacks, and head to the classroom. This causes a huge change in family life and can definitely can bring stressors for parents and kids alike. And while it […]
Daughters & Mean Girls
Daughters & Mean Girls Licensed counselor Clair Mellentin is here to share with moms how they influence their daughter’s actions. As moms, we are the prime mirror and example to our daughters. If we gossip, talk negatively about others or engage in bullying, our kids will do it too. The most important thing to remember […]