Kids and Sports: What’s a Mom to Do?

When it comes to kid sports, I have to say that I am completely torn on this one.  And before the die hard baseball moms get offended, I

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10 Tips for Traveling With Toddlers Without Going Crazy

If you are planning on traveling with toddlers this holiday week, then you might have some anxiety (or dread) about leaving home, but I can tell you that

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Happy Father’s Day, Kyle Taylor!

Happy Father’s Day!  This post is dedicated to my husband-the father that does so many things well that it is hard to even explain it into words.  But

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What To Tell Your Children When Your Pet Dies

It is very difficult to decide what to tell your children when your pet dies.  The only thing I can tell you for sure is that there is

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Drowning Prevention PSA To Start Summer Out Right!

Summer is upon us and unfortunately, that means that there will be at least one local news story about a child drowning.  It happens every year (too many

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What is EMDR? And Should Your Child Get It In Therapy?

EMDR should only be performed by a trained clinician who understands the complexities of trauma and who is prepared to manage any adverse reactions that might come up.That being

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The Parents’ Guide to Discussing ’13 Reasons Why’ With Your Child

Netflix launched a new show at the end of March 2017 called ’13 Reasons Why” that has drawn a lot of buzz in therapy circles and parenting groups.

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Is Music.ly Safe For Teens?

Music.ly (pronounced as if there were not a period), is a video social media platform based around (you guessed it) music and marketed by the company as a

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How To Get Your Child to "Be Good" (HINT: It’s Not By Just Saying It)

“Be good!” is probably the most common phrase used by parents with young children. It is also my #1 pet peeve.  The close second being the follow up

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How To: Review Your Child’s Report Card Like a Pro

It’s about that time for a report card to come home again.  Learn the secrets that a play therapist uses to review reports cards and set goals for

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