Parenting guilt. It’s a feeling most parents will encounter at some point in their journey. Whether it’s a missed bedtime story, a raised voice in frustration, or the ever-present worry that you’re not doing enough – guilt can be a persistent companion. But remember, this doesn’t mean you’re a bad parent. In fact, it’s often a sign of your deep love and commitment to your child’s well-being. Here, we’ll explore parenting guilt – what it is, why it happens, and most importantly, how to navigate it with kindness and compassion, for yourself and your child. How to Get Over Parenting Guilt? While there’s no magic eraser for parenting guilt, there…
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Helping Children Cope with Grief: A Journey of Love and Support
Grief, a natural human response to loss, affects everyone differently. But for children, navigating its complexities can be especially challenging. As a parent, caregiver, or loved one, witnessing a child’s grief can feel incredibly heavy. Helping children cope with grief is a gift you can give them, helping them heal and move forward with love in their hearts. What Not to Do When a Child is Grieving Our hearts ache to shield children from pain, especially the profound grief that comes with loss. However, in our well-meaning efforts, we might unknowingly create roadblocks on their path to healing. Here are some ways to navigate this sensitive space and ensure your…
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Black Youth Mental Health: A Resource Guide to Instill Knowledge on Black Mental Health & Recommendations for Change
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How to be an Ally for LGBTQIA+ Youth
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Online Friendships: A Gen Z Norm Parents Struggle to Understand
My child is making friends online. Parents around the world are both terrified and bewildered by their child’s socialization habits on the internet. Teens are using headsets to play games with people halfway across the nation, constantly on FaceTime with friends, and DMing with people they’ve never met on Instagram. In our office, parents often come with one (or both) of the following concerns: “Isn’t it weird that my child is talking to people they’ve never met? They can’t possibly think they are actually friends?” “OMG my child is going to get lured by a sex trafficker …and kidnapped… and die” While both concerns are valid, they are also indicative…

