THE PSYCHOLOGY OF SUMMER CAMP

HOW TO RAISE SUCCESSFUL KIDS-WITHOUT OVER-PARENTING

CREATE MEMORIES, NOT EXPECTATIONS

HOW TO GET YOUR KIDS TO LISTEN AND ENGAGE

BE MORE TODDLER HOW 3 YR OLDS CAN TEACH US TO BE BETTER HUMANS

HOW TO USE ACT TO DEAL WITH STRESS

THE TRUTH ABOUT MY SON MY AUTISTIC SON

HOW TO RAISE EMOTIONALLY INTELLIGENT CHILDREN

SHOULD CHILDREN DO CHORES?

THREE TIPS TO RAISE A SMART CHILD

HOW TO PARENT A TEEN FROM A TEEN’S PERSPECTIVE

THE BEAUTIFUL, HARD WORK OF CO-PARENTING

PARENTING STYLES

A NEW WAY TO GET EVERY CHILD READY FOR KINDERGARTEN

COLIN POWELL: KIDS NEED STRUCTURE

THE POWER OF BALANCED PARENTING

PARENTING IN THE MODERN WORLD

What’s your summer parenting style?

Should summer break be about R&R, hitting the books, or something in between? Identify your summer style – and how you can make it work to your kids’ advantage.

By Jacquile Goetz Bluethmann

Parenting, June 7, 2016

Parents get tire of summer quickly, study finds

Stressed-out parents want summer to end after just 13 days, according to new research.

By Zoya, Gervis

SWNS Digital.com, September 6, 2021

Why so many parents are stressing out about summer

Summer break or nightmare? According to research, 70 percent of parents are stressed about summer and the majority would be ok sending the kids back to school after just a week off.

By Zoya Gervis, SWNS

NY Post, June 20, 2019

Summertime Family Bonding Activities

Summertime doesn’t have to mean complaints of boredom. In fact, the less structured months of summer allow for a more relaxed environment that creates the perfect time to truly connect. Taking the time to enjoy some summertime family bonding activities is a great way to not only stave off the complaints of boredom but also strengthen your family relationships.

Great Peace Living

50 Easy Ways to Be a Fantastic Parent

We've gathered our all-time favorite nuggets of advice from our board of advisors in one outstanding article that will have a profound effect on your whole family.

By Barrie Gillies

Parents, June 11, 2015

Children, Chores, and Happy Productivity

It’s worth your time to insist that your child do household chores.

Reviewed by Devon Frye

Psychology Today, August 6, 2019

SCREEN TIME AND THE BRAIN

Digital devices can interfere with everything from sleep to creativity

By DEBRA BRADLEY RUDER

Harvard Medical School, July 19, 2019

Why Being an Authoritative Parent Is the Best Approach

What kind of parent are you? Which would you say best describes your parenting style—someone who is demanding and controlling; someone who is warm and responsive; or someone who indulges their kids and rarely disciplines? As in the case of Goldilocks and the Three Bears, one of these approaches is "just right" when compared to the the others.

By Katherine Lee

Very Well Family, May 1, 2020

Do You Really ‘See’ Your Child?

Helicopter parenting has become the American norm, but it may not be the best way to connect with our kids.

By Daniel J. Siegel, M.D. and Tina Payne Bryson, Ph.D.

New York Times, April 15, 2020

Pandemic screen time is off the charts—but experts say parents don't need to worry

If you've been handing over the iPad a lot more than usual throughout the pandemic and feel a pang of guilt each time, our panel of experts has some pretty good news for you.

By Claire Gagne

Today’s Parent April 13, 2021

Are You a Pushover Parent?

If you're a softie with your kids (but wish you weren't), it's not too late to get an authoritative backbone. Here's how.

By Charlotte Latvala

Good Housekeeping, September 7, 2011

Want to raise kids with high self-esteem? A parenting expert on the power of teaching your kids ‘repetition and ritual’

Daisy Dowling, Contributor

CNBC, June 16, 2021

6 Tips to Raise an Optimist

Wondering how to raise an optimistic child? After all, kids who see the glass as half full are better at dealing with life’s challenges—and happier too. Here's six tips to help yours develop a sunny outlook on life.

By Vicki Glembocki

Parents.com, February 21, 2017

Blue light has a dark side

What is blue light? The effect blue light has on your sleep and more.

Harvard Health Letter

Harvard Health Publishing, July 7, 2020

Passive Parenting Style

Parenting might be the most difficult job you decide to take on in your lifetime. There are no instructions, no days off and some days it feels like you are teetering on the brink of insanity. You might be confused or uncertain about the type of parent you are or want to be. If your children's behavior is out of control, or you are trying to be your child's best friend, you may be a passive parent. While nothing is black or white when it comes to parenting, you may want to take a close look at your relationship with your child to help determine if you are a passive parent, and whether or not you truly want to be.

By Michelle Blessing

Focus on the Family

How to Get Your Children to Do Chores

Kids need to learn the value of contributing to their environment.

By Dan Mager MSW

Psychology Today, July 19, 2019

12 Ways to Become a More Authoritative Parent

There isn’t a single formula for raising children well. After all, parenting isn’t an exact science. There’s definitely a bit of an art to good parenting.

By Amy Morin, LCSW

Very Well Family, October 26, 2020

Making time for kids? Study says quality trumps quantity.

Do parents, especially mothers, spend enough time with their children? Groundbreaking new research upends conventional wisdom on the topic.

By Brigid Schulte

Washington Post, March 28, 2015

I'm a Mom and a Children's Privacy Lawyer: Here's What I Do and Don't Post About My Kid Online

It's normal to worry about your child's safety online. Children's privacy lawyer Katie Goldstein shares your concerns and offers tips all parents should follow to ensure healthy internet habits.

By Katie Goldstein

Parents.com, May 29, 2019

7 Ways to Raise a Well-Rounded Kid

Surround your children with love, happiness, and encouragement so they have the confidence to reach goals.

By Amy Capetta

Parents.com, July 14, 2015

Gratitude Physically Changes Your Brain, New Study Says

New research reveals the biology of why gratitude is such a powerful happiness booster.

By Jessica Stillman

Inc.com, January 15, 2016

6 reasons children need to play outside

Here’s something really simple you can do to improve your child’s chance of future health and success: make sure he spends plenty of time playing outside.

By Claire McCarthy, MD

Harvard Health Publishing, May 22, 2018

6 Sports For Kids Who Aren't "Sporty"

When you understand a child's character, it's much easier to decide which activities he or she should be involved in, and that includes choosing a sport.

By Nicole Crawford

BreakingMuscle.com

Parent’s Guide to Teen Depression

It isn’t always easy to differentiate between normal teenage growing pains and depression. But here’s how you can recognize the signs and symptoms and best help your child.

By Melinda Smith, M.A., Lawrence Robinson, and Jeanne Segal, Ph.D.

Helpguide.org, September 2020

The Best Family Board Games

These sets will spruce things up when everyone in the house is tired of screens and all caught up on The Mandalorian.

By Simon Hill

Wired.com, November 15, 2020

Depression in Children

It’s natural for children, like adults, to experience emotional ups and downs. For some children, feeling “blue” for an extended period can be a sign of depression. If your child’s mental health interferes with social activities, interests, schoolwork or family life, it's time to get help.

The Cleveland Clinic, November 17, 2020

Age-Appropriate Chores for Kids: Getting Children to Help Around the House

Children benefit when they're expected to help around the house. This guide will help you assign age-appropriate chores to kids, whether they’re in preschool, elementary school, or high school.

By Rory Halperin and Alisa Stoudt

Parents, November 03, 2020

Parenting Style Quiz

This quiz is designed to help you better understand your parenting style. For each item, indicate how much you agree or disagree with the statement. This takes most people about 4 minutes to complete. Take your time and answer truthfully for the most accurate results. (If both parents are available, they should both take the quiz and then compare their parenting styles.)

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75 Awesome Calm Down Strategies for Kids (that they’ll want to try!)

By Angela Pruess

AGE-APPROPRIATE CHORES:
HOW TO HELP KIDS BE RESPONSIBLE

Focus on the Family

Associations Between Household Chores and Childhood Self-Competency

Journal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics

COVID-19 Anxiety – How can ACT help?

Interview with Russ Harris. 

Household chores for children

Raisingchilren.net.au

How to engage the uninvolved parent

University of Minnesota Extension