“Oh wow... I can’t WAIT to hang out with my brother all day.” Parents of tweens and teens... did you spot that? Yup that’s a clear case of sarcasm! Couple that with a classic eye roll, and you’ve just been… read more

Stage fright, also referred to as performance anxiety, is a prevalent issue that can affect anyone, from young children to seasoned adults. This form of anxiety manifests as a nervous or fearful feeling before or during a performance. While it… read more

Discord, a new app on the scene, has exploded in popularity as a way for teens to connect through an online platform. But with every new social media program, we as parents have to ask whether or not it is… read more

At one point or another, every child will face the fact that they have to complete a tryout or a preliminary round before being able to participate in a certain activity. This tryout could be for a school play, a… read more

As our children transition into “tween-hood,” we notice a variety of changes due to the influx of hormones. These can include mood changes, body development, hair growth and, of course, body odor. Girls typically begin puberty between the ages of… read more

In an era dominated by technology, the age at which children receive their first phone has steadily decreased. In fact, a 2021 report by Common Sense Media, a nonprofit that provides entertainment and technology recommendations for families, revealed that a… read more

One of the first steps to independence happens long before driving a car or heading off to college. For both parents and children alike, this step is leaving your kids home alone. This might be the point where you have… read more