The amount of times I hit the “forgot my password“ link in any given month is pretty impressive to say the least. If I change the Netflix password today, it would be a small miracle if I remember it tomorrow without looking at one of the many Post-it notes scattered around the junk drawer in […]
Mom Brain: Why Do I Put My Keys in the Freezer And Call My Kid by the Dog’s Name?! Why Is This Happening and What Can I Do About It?
Mom Brain is a popular term these days. It seems to explain the all-encompassing nature of being a parent or primary caregiver where one’s brain is working in overdrive taking care of children and finding our way in this world, and because of this we can become overwhelmed and forgetful. We sometimes can’t remember what […]
10 Things Your Therapist Hopes You Learned During a COVID Centered Year (Part 2)
This month marks the one year anniversary of “let’s all stay home for two weeks help to flatten curve.” I certainly don’t say that to minimize the importance of doing so but I doubt many people predicted the 12 months that followed. It’s been an interesting ride (similar to being stuck on a malfunctioning roller […]
Your Tantrum Toolbox: 5 Ways to help your child manage difficult emotions
Kicking, screaming, red in the face, silent, tearful, pacing or breathing heavy. Do any of these sound familiar in a child that you care for and love? Children, just like adults, experience a wide range of emotions and can be triggered by things throughout their day, lack of sleep, hunger, family dynamics or upcoming stressors […]