Jan 6, 2026 | courses, Parenting |
Parenting can be one of the most rewarding yet challenging experiences of a person’s life. Whether you’re a new parent or an experienced one, navigating the complexities of raising children can often feel overwhelming and the parent child relationship can be one...
Dec 11, 2025 | Parenting |
When a child suddenly refuses contact with a parent they once loved, it can feel devastating. For parents navigating custody arrangements and co-parenting challenges, understanding parental alienation syndrome becomes critical, especially when highly sensitive...
Oct 23, 2025 | Parenting |
Parenting isn’t about control; it’s about connection. Gentle parenting is an evidence-based, empathy-driven approach that prioritizes emotional understanding, respect, and collaboration over punishment. By practicing gentle parenting techniques, you help your child...
Oct 7, 2025 | Parenting |
Parenting is a journey filled with trial and error. Many parents move away from traditional punishment in favor of consequences, believing they are fostering accountability and growth. However, sometimes, these “consequences” are just punishment in...
Oct 6, 2025 | Parenting |
Parenting is a wild ride…one moment you’re celebrating a small victory, the next, you’re wondering if you’re doing it all wrong. More and more parents are stepping away from outdated punishment-based discipline and embracing consequences that actually teach kids...
Sep 30, 2025 | Parenting |
If screen time feels like the only way to keep your child calm, but then ends in battles, meltdowns, or guilt, you’re not alone. Many parents of highly sensitive children feel trapped in this cycle. Screens can soothe for a moment, but when it’s time to turn them off,...
Sep 23, 2025 | Parenting |
Do you have a child who melts down after gentle correction, replays social interactions for days, or worries constantly about letting people down? They may be experiencing Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD), an intense emotional sensitivity to rejection, criticism,...
Sep 16, 2025 | Parenting |
Preschool is a time of enormous growth. Between ages three and five, children are learning to manage social interactions, express their needs, and navigate new environments. But if you’re raising a highly sensitive preschooler, these everyday experiences may feel...
Sep 8, 2025 | Parenting |
If you’ve ever wondered why your child reacts so strongly to things other kids seem to brush off, loud noises, itchy clothes, changes in routine, or even a tone of voice, you’re not alone. Many parents find themselves asking: Is this just a sensitive child? Or is it...
Aug 28, 2025 | Parenting |
Parenting is the hardest job in the world, especially when you’re raising emotionally intense, deeply feeling, highly sensitive, empathic, or strong-willed children. Traditional advice often tells you to be “tougher,” “stricter,” or “less emotional,” but if you’ve...
Aug 14, 2025 | Parenting |
When it comes to big emotions, anger often gets the spotlight, and not always in a good way. We tell kids “don’t get mad,” as if it’s a switch they can flip off. But the truth is, anger is one of the most powerful and energizing emotions, and it’s normal for kids to...
Aug 12, 2025 | Parenting |
If you’ve ever seen a viral video of a police officer completely losing their cool, yelling, threatening, and making everything worse, you know how quickly authority can unravel. Even if they’re technically right, they lose credibility the second they lose...
Aug 5, 2025 | Parenting |
Giving your child a cell phone isn’t a simple yes or no question anymore. Most of us will say yes, because phones are part of modern life. They help kids stay safe, connected and prepared for the world they’re growing into. But handing them a phone without guidance is...
Jul 29, 2025 | Parenting |
Parental alienation is a painful and often hidden dynamic that plays out in the midst of high-conflict custody cases. It happens when one parent intentionally or unconsciously manipulates a child into rejecting the other parent, usually the one they used to love and...
Jul 17, 2025 | Parenting |
Co-parenting after separation is rarely simple. Whether you’re divorced, separated, or navigating a custody transition, clear and consistent communication is crucial, but not always easy. For parents dealing with high-conflict dynamics, miscommunication,...
Jul 15, 2025 | Parenting |
If you’ve ever felt like you’re raising a bad kid, you’re not alone. Maybe your child throws frequent tantrums, argues about everything, refuses to follow directions, or turns the simplest request into a battle. You’re doing your best, but nothing seems to work,...
Jul 8, 2025 | Parenting |
Have you ever caught yourself nitpicking your child’s behavior, tone of voice, or choices, only to feel a wave of guilt after? Many parents, especially those raising Highly Sensitive Children (HSCs), fall into the pattern of hyper-criticism without realizing it. This...
Jul 3, 2025 | Parenting |
Co-parenting with someone who is consistently angry, combative, or emotionally volatile can make even the most resilient person feel helpless and drained. If you’re the highly sensitive parent in the dynamic, the experience can feel even more intense, especially if...
May 6, 2025 | Parenting |
If your baby seems extra alert, startles easily, or becomes overwhelmed by things other infants barely notice, you may be raising a highly sensitive infant. While all babies cry and have needs, some are wired to experience the world with an added layer of intensity,...
May 1, 2025 | Parenting |
Welcoming a new baby in the family is often a special moment filled with love and joy. From baby cards arriving in the mail to prepping the nursery with care, there’s something magical about anticipating the arrival of a precious baby. But while this time may...
Apr 24, 2025 | Parenting |
Let’s talk about those moments in family life that feel completely stuck… like a traffic jam on a five-lane freeway. You can see where you want to go, but the energy, emotions, and behaviors in your home are at a standstill. From where I sit, as a conscious...
Apr 17, 2025 | Parenting |
If you’re parenting a strong-willed child, chances are your days are filled with negotiation, boundary-pushing, and moments where you wonder if you’re doing it all wrong. You’re not. You’re raising a child with an incredible inner fire… one that, with the right...
Apr 9, 2025 | Parenting |
As a Parenting Coach who works with highly sensitive families, I hear this all the time: “My kids are always fighting… what am I doing wrong?” If you’ve asked yourself the same thing, take a deep breath. Sibling rivalry is not a sign of failure. In...
Apr 2, 2025 | Parenting |
Let’s face it: raising a strong willed child can feel a little like negotiating with a tiny, emotionally volatile lawyer who moonlights as a hostage negotiator. You lay down a rule, and suddenly, you’re knee-deep in a high-stakes debate that rivals a Supreme...
Mar 26, 2025 | Parenting |
Let me be straight with you: single parenting is not for the faint of heart. It’s gritty and relentless, and yes, it can be heartbreakingly beautiful. As a parenting expert, I’ve worked with families around the globe, but as a human being, I bow down to solo parents...
Mar 24, 2025 | Parenting |
Let’s face it… tantrums and meltdowns are the universal parenting experience. Whether your child is 3 or 13, the day will come when you ask them to put on shoes, and they respond as if you’ve asked them to climb Everest barefoot. Before we go further:...
Mar 21, 2025 | Parenting |
Divorce or separation is one of the most life-altering experiences a family can go through. It’s not just about signing paperwork and splitting assets,it’s about reshaping your entire life, redefining your parenting relationship, and ensuring your child feels loved...
Mar 19, 2025 | Parenting |
As a parenting expert and advocate for gentle discipline, I often get asked about grounding punishment. Parents wonder: Is grounding an effective consequence? Does it truly teach children responsibility? My answer? It depends entirely on how it’s implemented....
Mar 12, 2025 | Parenting |
Parenting is a journey like no other, filled with love, joy, and moments of sheer overwhelm. Some days, it feels like you’ve got everything under control. Other days? You’re running on fumes, questioning every decision, and wondering if you’re the only one struggling....
Mar 10, 2025 | Parenting |
Parenting is one of the most rewarding, yet challenging, adventures a person can embark on. When raising a Highly Sensitive Child (HSC), the journey takes on even more depth, requiring patience, emotional intelligence, and an understanding of their unique needs. As a...
Feb 21, 2025 | Parenting |
As a parents, you may face moments when your children’s behavior challenges you. The traditional go-to response has often been punishment, but what if there was a more effective way to guide your children while strengthening your relationship with them?...
Feb 7, 2025 | Parenting |
Looking for meaningful daddy and daughter date ideas that go beyond the usual suggestions? While annual daddy daughter dances capture attention, it’s the regular, intentional one-on-one time that genuinely shapes your relationship. These daddy and daughter date...
Feb 3, 2025 | Parenting |
Valentine’s Day is a beautiful opportunity to celebrate love, kindness, and connection with our children. One of the best ways to engage little ones in the spirit of the holiday is through books. Stories help kids explore emotions, learn about relationships, and...
Jan 29, 2025 | Parenting |
Parenting is no easy feat, especially when raising a highly sensitive child. These children feel emotions more deeply, are more attuned to their surroundings, and often face challenges that their peers may not. As parents, understanding how to approach these sensitive...
Jan 24, 2025 | Parenting |
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to rush to conclusions about ADHD when a child exhibits behaviors like restlessness, emotional intensity, or difficulty focusing. However, for highly sensitive children—especially those with empathic abilities—the root cause may...
Jan 8, 2025 | Highly Sensitive Children, Parenting |
Raising a highly sensitive child (HSC) can be both rewarding and challenging. These children experience the world in a unique way, which can be more deeply and intensely than others. As a parent or caregiver, understanding the behaviors associated with high...
Jan 6, 2025 | courses, Parenting |
Working parents can sometimes feel like they are juggling knives while riding a unicycle; there can feel like there is a constant tension between balancing work, family, and everything in between. You know the drill: you’re mentally at work while you’re with your...
Dec 30, 2024 | Parenting |
As parents, one of the most rewarding, and challenging, parts of raising children is connecting with them through conversation. But getting kids to talk, especially about their feelings, concerns, and experiences, isn’t always easy. In this article, we’ll explore...
