The Tricky Business of Consequencing

by | Dec 7, 2019 | Parenting

When tempers are rising and your child has broken a rule, it is tempting to consequence BIG. Many parents get frustrated and consequence or impose a grounding  for long periods of time so their kids FEEL the punishment. Unfortunately, this option rarely results in a...

That Was Then and This Is Now

by | Nov 25, 2019 | Parenting

Raising my teen into an appreciative, socially conscious young adult The world in which our child is growing differs from the one we knew. Social media, and traditional telecommunication (remember cable television?) connect us to information in the blink of an eye....

Am I Raising an Overindulged Kid?

by | Jul 11, 2019 | Parenting

When striking a balance is a challenge You and your children make the annual trip to the mall or big box store for back-to-school, special occasion supplies/clothing, or prom attire. You grit your teeth at the thought of how much things cost these days. Your child...