No parent ever wants to consider the possibility that their son or daughter could be one of the mean popular kids at school, those who shun and dismiss anyone who's different... More >>

...Assertive responses are particularly effective in countering bullying because the child who masters this type of direct, emotionally-honest communication demonstrates that a bully's attacks will be answered in a fair, but formidable way... More >>

...When we're in an emotional state, we can't communicate or problem solve constructively - our feelings hijack us and block our capacity to focus. We need to find ways to reduce the anger so that we can begin to communicate again... More >>

It's called 'entitlement', the sense that you should have everything you want right when you want it and that you should never have to do things you don't want to do. Many of the children and teenagers I talk to feel entitled; it's not an attractive quality and it creates lots of conflict... More >>

One of the most important tasks in parenting toddlers is helping them learn to manage their emotions, which is the foundation of interpersonal relationships... More >>

...I know I'm not alone in this experience. Many Moms I know and have worked with held back from asking or even looking for support because the feeling of disappointment and rejection is SO powerfully painful... More >>

...Suddenly the typical resort locations became the least attractive option. Hotels became less of a place to sleep, play and hang out to something totally different... More >>

...I can't get my mind around being old enough to watch my children have children. And let me add right here there will never be a Paw-Paw, Gramps, Grand Daddy or Pops in this house. My name is G-Daddy or if I have to relent, G-Pops... More >>

Teen brain development is a time of extraordinary strengths along with hidden weaknesses and vulnerabilities that we must take into consideration as we raise our teens... More >>

What kid doesn't love juice if it tastes yummy? A delicious vegetable-fruit juice combination is a great way to get more nutrition into your child's growing body... More >>