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Tips for Parents and Children Starting a New School Year

As summer comes to an end, parents are preparing their children to start a new school year. This can be especially daunting for parents of children starting kindergarten or elementary school. Here are some tips for both parents and children to make the transition as smooth as possible. A while ago I wrote about 10 Steps to Dealing with School Drop-Off Anxiety, but here are some updated tips. Addressing Parents’ Concerns It’s natural for parents to worry about their  ...

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Navigating a Toddler’s Fears

My daughter is at the age where monsters under the bed are becoming very real. Her capacity for imagination is developing and it’s all very new and worrying to her. Somewhere around two to three years old, children learn to be anxious and afraid of things, even if it’s entirely  ...

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