This morning I had the absolute honor of being invited to FOX 5 San Diego to give my expert parenting advice about “How to Raise Independent Children.” I had a wonderful LIVE conversation with Shally Zomorodi during the Morning News about the dangers of overparenting and how to honor and give children more space and autonomy. … Read More
A Guide to Keeping Your Kids Busy This Summer So You Get a Break
Want to know the top 3 secrets to keeping your kids busy this summer so you get a break? I’m spilling the tea on my practical strategies that will keep your kids busy all summer long and give you some time to yourself! Be Prepared In order to be effective in keeping your kids engaged and busy this… Read More
A Guide for Couples Transitioning to Parenthood
Couples can go through all sorts of transitions when they become first time parents. And some of the transitions aren’t easy. In fact, many studies have shown that the first year of transitioning into parenthood can be the hardest on a couple. So as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I have prepared some helpful tips and steps for you… Read More
A Guide to Help Kids Cope with Tragic Events & Navigating Parental Anxiety and Grief After a Traumatic Experience
Parents and children of all ages can be severely affected by current events, especially traumatic ones like the recent mass school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Individuals all over the world are seeking support, answers, education, and a sense of safety and control. Many of the fears we collectively experience as a society after a traumatic event are fueled by the… Read More
How to Positively Handle Punishment, Discipline, and Consequences
Last week I conducted a free, LIVE pod on the Peanut App regarding this topic. If you weren’t able to join me, I thought I would write a short recap about what I discussed! If you haven’t joined my community mom group called “The Parentologist Moms” on the app yet, you can join here. It’s a place where we can connect… Read More
Top 10 Sleep Habits for Overall Wellness
Today is World Sleep Day. It’s a day to celebrate sleep and bring global awareness to help others get a better night’s sleep. As a licensed mental health therapist, I know how vital a good night’s sleep is to function properly. Getting enough sleep and quality sleep seemed to come easy before I was a parent, but how can parents… Read More
How To Know When To Take Your Child To Therapy and When To See a Play Therapist
As a licensed child mental health therapist who has been in practice for over a decade and a professor who has been teaching Play Therapy and Parent Child Therapy at the university level for over 8 years, parents have asked me many questions over the years about when to send their child to therapy and what kind of therapy they… Read More
Family Fun at Butterfly Wonderland in Arizona
While in Arizona, my family and I visited the Butterfly Wonderland at the Arizona Boardwalk in Scottsdale! I was amazed by the beauty inside and all of the butterflies and loved that it was so much more than a butterfly exhibit! They even have an entire reptile area and some marine/sea life! When you first… Read More
Why a Vault Health At-Home COVID-19 Test is the Best Present for Every Stocking This Year
With the holiday season in full swing and everything being so merry and bright, this time of year typically brings three things: holiday travel, social parties, and family gatherings. Before the pandemic, many of us didn’t think twice about getting together with large groups of friends, co-workers, and/or family members. We didn’t overthink the idea of sitting or talking too… Read More
Coping with the Pressures of Parenting
Dear Parents, I wish we would have talked more. I am so sorry for the pain I have caused you and for the mistakes that I made. I wish I could go back and take it all back. I wish I wouldn’t have given in to the pressure of my friends. I wish I wouldn’t have drank so much at… Read More
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