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…
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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…
A New Way To Say “I Love You”
Ever find yourself saying “I love you” and getting an unfulfilling, automated “love you too” or – they just say nothing. Let’s try something new! I’ve been experimenting with a twist on how we express…
School is Boring Mystery
Is your child dropping the “school is boring” bomb? Don’t worry, it’s like a secret code! When he says it’s boring, he might actually mean it’s challenging, too easy, not fun, or anxiety-inducing. It’s a…
Measuring Defensiveness and Vulnerability in Your Child’s Intense Behaviors
When I work with parents whose kids are displaying aggressive or emotionally explosive behaviors, I’m always paying attention to what works best for this individual child to reduce the frequency, duration, and intensity of these…
How to Talk to Your Kids About What’s Happening in Israel and Gaza
The ugly truth is that as parents, at some point, we all unintentionally blurt out statements that shame our sons. If you do shame him, watch for signs like, them breaking eye contact or reacting…
Are You Shaming Your Son?
The ugly truth is that as parents, at some point, we all unintentionally blurt out statements that shame our sons. If you do shame him, watch for signs like, them breaking eye contact or reacting…
Laughter is a Mom-Superpower
When stress hits, humor can be elusive. Same goes for kids! And all that cortisol gets stored in the brain and can contribute to poor sleep, a short fuse, and a host of other challenges….