Raising Boys Who Don’t Look Away
Given the state of our world lately, I’ve felt a growing sense of responsibility about how I am raising the next generation. As a parent of both sons and a … Read more
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Rethinking “Pretty”: What We Teach Without Meaning To
“You look so pretty.” I hear the words directed at my three-year-old, and I feel myself—almost reflexively—cringe. Growing up in the 90s, pretty was the ultimate compliment. It subtly taught … Read more
The Parenting Double Standard We Don’t Talk About
My family recently spent the weekend with friends. One evening, right before bedtime, the kids announced they were starving. (Truly, is anyone ever as hungry or thirsty as a child … Read more
An Open Letter to My Firstborn: On Growing from One Child to Two
Bringing home a second baby is often described as joyful—and it is. But it can also stir something quieter and harder to name. For many parents, the transition from one … Read more
From Panic to Processing: Helping Kids in Scary Moments
There was a moment this past summer when my daughter was sitting on the edge of the pool while I stood nearby in the water. She leaned forward just a … Read more
My Five Most Recommended Buys as a Parent Coach
Navigating big feelings in my children while staying grounded myself is easily one of the most challenging jobs I’ve had. I developed my passion for parent coaching when I realized … Read more
It’s not about the “M”: Managing big feelings in kids
The other day I was playing a game of “Go Fish with Letters” with my five-year-old. Lately, playing games with him is a gamble, as he is still learning how … Read more
Body image after baby: Three tools to strengthen your relationship with yourself
It’s hard to remember a time before I struggled with my feelings toward my body. Over the years, I’ve done a great deal of work around body acceptance. It had … Read more
Helping kids (and ourselves) cope with their Big Feelings
When I was preparing for the birth of my first child, like so many parents-to-be, I found myself spending a lot of time reflecting on the type of parent I … Read more
You don’t need to “deserve” the cookie
The other day I ate a cookie for breakfast. Not for any specific reason, just because it was what I was craving that morning, and it looked delicious. I sent … Read more
How to deal after binge eating
So, you had a binge and are now being inundated with judgments and emotions about this behavior. Maybe you are experiencing shame or guilt or hopelessness. Maybe your mind is … Read more
What to do when you aren’t feeling that “hot girl summer”
Summertime is in full swing and if you are on social media or leave your house, you’re probably feeling the pressure to have a “hot girl summer” or try out … Read more