Posts Tagged ‘helping kids cope’
Ditching the Dread: Sorting out Summer Schedules After Divorce
It’s official! The end of another school year is in sight. As of today, we’re 14 days away and counting. My youngest daughter is so ready to be done with the whole school thing. For her, that last day can’t get here fast enough. Me? Uhhhmmm not so much…I’m somewhere in between YES!! and total…
Read MoreThe Summer Switch-Up: Managing The Summer When Your Kids Are With The Other Parent
During summer months, temperatures aren’t the only things rising. For separated and divorced parents anxiety levels can easily reach an all-time high, as summer rolls around and parenting roles get switched-up. Along with negotiating vacation schedules, figuring out who is going to pay for what and fitting in special activities, parents handling more of the…
Read MoreHow To Help Teens Connect With The Positive
What made you smile today? Generally speaking I’m a pretty positive person. My credo is leave everything a little bit better than you found it–and that includes people. As a parent, I do my best to instill my kids with a positive outlook on life and encourage them to pass that energy along to others…
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