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

We’re spending less time together. What’s happening?

Families always seem to be busy. Parents’ weekdays are filled with work, appointments, car pools, chores, errands, and volunteer projects. Weekends, rather than being relaxing, are […]
May 11, 2019

Why does my child care so much about privacy?

“Leave me alone!” “I want to be by myself.” As kids get older, their desire for privacy increases. Ten- and eleven-year-olds like occasional time alone, but […]
May 11, 2019

My child thinks I’m an embarrassment. When will this end?

“Don’t come in when you pick me up at school.” “Please don’t be a chaperone.” “We can’t go to the mall together – my friends might […]