Hard Moments with a Child Often “Go Better” than Parents Realize
After many years of talking to moms and dads I have come to believe that even at the end of a hard day or overwhelming moment parents have managed to offer something useful to their child.
A dad and mom came to talk with me about the eldest of their two children, Marty. He was becoming increasingly stubborn and upset at home. The family had been fortunate in many ways; mom … Continue reading HERE »
A dad I was talking to, Ian, often walked Tia, the younger of his 2 daughters, to school and put her to bed at night. As he often worked long hours he was happy to … Continue reading HERE »
“Sally’s” story begins at a local children’s museum. She is four years old and enjoying a play date with a good friend. They have been laughing and playing together for a few hours when they … Continue reading HERE »
This month I talked to “tweens” and their parents about the joys and challenges of pre-adolescence. Here’s a summary of what they said: WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT THIS AGE? PARENTS It’s great to watch … Continue reading HERE »
