Communication

The Silent Treatment: What to Do When Kids Won’t Talk

Sometimes kids get so upset they don’t want to talk. Other times, they may be going through a “no talking” phase (actually it’s more of a “no talking to parents” phase).

Is My Kid Normal?

There's No Such Thing as a Free Lunch!

By: Jolene Roehlkepartain
In schoolyard culture, it goes without saying that lunchtime is rule-exempt. It’s not uncommon for kids to strike up deals with other kids, swapping part of their lunch for another child’s, or for kids to load up on foods they aren’t allowed to have at home. So, what’s a parent to do? Read more >

7 Ways to Defuse Family Tensions During the Holidays

By Jolene Roehlkepartain

Who do you dread seeing in your family over the holidays? Which relationships are tense? All families have their difficulties, and the holidays often bring these to the forefront. So what do you do? Read more >

Talking to Your Kids about Cell Phones

Whether your child wants a cell phone or already has one, it’s important to keep talking about how to use it well.

9/11 Anniversary a Learning, Healing Opportunity for Families

By: Steve Palmer

Now that September 11th is upon us once again, some parents wonder about the best way to talk with their kids about a complicated and emotionally powerful event such as this. Keeping a few basic ideas in mind may help us navigate these conversations about issues that are pretty challenging, even for us adults. Read more >

5 Simple Tips for Easing Back to School Anxiety

By: Jolene Roehlkepartain

As summer starts to wind down, how do you help your child ease back to school anxiety? Read more >

La Comunicación

A veces, el hacer hablar a un adolescente es más difícil que darle instrucciones a un gato. Y cuando las cosas no están saliendo bien, hablar, se transforma en gritar.

It's Time for a Family Meeting!

By: Jolene Roehlkepartain

The idea of family meetings might seem hokey or vaguely “Brady Bunch” to some, but in reality, most successful families have a family meeting in some form or another. Family meetings can bring families closer together and remind them what the family values and expects. Read More >

Life Lessons for Busy Parents

Between full-time jobs and running a household, sometimes the best we can do as parents is to squeeze in ten minutes of quality time with our kids!