Here are some simple yet powerful things you can do to let your LGBTQIA+ child know you love and value them when they come out to you.
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My colleagues and I have seen an increase in the number of anxious children coming through our doors in recent years. These kids have faced stress from the effects of COVID-19 on their families, friends, school routines, and social activities. They’ve heard news coverage of traumatic events such as wildfires, elections, and racial injustice. Their anxiety is understandable. Stress and anxiety is rising in kids...
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I was raised by a single mother in New York City until I was about 13. During those early days, she worked and went to graduate school. I went to school and took the city bus home to a small apartment. It was a good life – with some challenges. As a parent now, I can see my mother would have protected me from these challenges if she could have.
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My teen wants to get a tattoo or piercing. How should I respond and how can I help them do this safely?
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Congratulations! Welcome to the world of parenthood, where much is to be discovered—both about yourself and your new little one. While I can't promise smooth sailing, I can say that it will be the most unforgettable ride you'll ever take. Here are my top 10 tips to survive the first year of parenthood.
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I recently worked with a team of pediatricians and health educators to create a list of resources to help you navigate the parenting path, answer your questions, and give you support.
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Teaching your kids to cook is one of the best (and most fun) ways to connect as a family, while also giving them skills they need for life. And if you put a little time in now, they will end up genuinely helping you later on!
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To prevent dating violence, teens need to know that love isn’t just about how they feel. It’s also about how they’re treated and how they treat others. We want them to really understand that “love is respect.” But this message doesn’t have to wait until kids are teens! It’s important for young children, too.
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