May 11, 2019

How should I handle our changing family celebrations?

Celebrations and rituals are essential – they’re part of the glue that keeps families together. Many holiday rituals, such as trick-or-treating or a visit to Santa, […]
May 11, 2019

Why is my daughter jealous of her siblings?

Every child feels some jealousy toward her siblings. A younger child resents an older one’s abilities, privileges, and experience. A quiet child resents the attention her […]
May 11, 2019

Why is my child’s view of adults negative?

“The principal is so strict.” “Grown-ups think they know everything.” “My coach doesn’t put me in the game enough.” “Adults always get in front of kids.” […]
May 11, 2019

How much should I share about my personal problems?

Every parent has problems. There are the relatively minor ones of daily life – hectic schedules, errands, stressful commutes. There are chronic problems – job dissatisfaction, […]