Here are some tips I share with you, the same ones I give to my clients and boy mom communities. Tip #1 Create a “Book of Possibilities” For Your Child I suggest you create a…
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New Year Back to School Family Reset + A Must Read Article for Boy Moms
I love Two Tip Tuesday posts, but oh man, back-to-school has been back-to-busy. I didn’t want the day to end without sharing these gems in case they help your transition back to early mornings, homework…
An Easy Way to Teach Your Child to be Philanthropic + My New Hero
Tip #1: Create a Casual Family Foundation The holiday season is a great time to help kids feel the joy of giving.Here’s what we do in our house in case it sparks ideas for your…
Clear the Air with Your Son and Join Our Book Club!
I’m coming to you today with a ninja tip that takes just two seconds but can dramatically shift your relationship with your son. So many of my clients struggle when their boys are moody, prickly,…
The Anxious Generation Summary – Book Club Plus Recap
Our Boy Mom Academy Book Club+ conversation about The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt was one of those discussions where you could feel everyone leaning in. Today, I’m sharing a recap. How We Opened…
The 3 Rs to Raising Grateful Kids (Plus, How to Reach Your Teen Son)
I’m coming to you today with a tip about ungrateful kids. So many of my clients worry that they’re raising entitled kids who don’t appreciate what they’re given. This week, I’m sharing a tip straight…
How to Balance Work and Parenting with a Parent Coach
When I opened my full-time parent coaching practice, I intended to focus on helping industry executives raise the next generation of leaders. Role modeling a healthy work-life balance while still prioritizing relationships at home felt…
What Does a Parenting Consultant Really Do?
A special edition on moms of boys Let me guess: you’re Googling “parenting consultant near me” (or something like it) after your son just slammed a door, hit his sister, screamed “I hate you,” ignored you…
The Best Parent Coaching Programs for Modern Families
Is it annoying and trite to say, “Kids don’t come with a manual?” Yes, it is. But it’s true for a good reason. If there were a manual that worked for every child, kids would…
Building Trust When Kids Shut Down plus Communication Strategies for Teen Boys
Below, I’m sharing the most common tip I’ve been handing out lately, plus some important information about connecting with your teen son. Tip #1: What to Do When Kids Shut Down After our Teen Boy…