The Dichotomy of Letting Your Children Soar
– Mariana Cano,
Yo Mariana
“When offering help, suggest ways to do it rather than imposing it. For example, “I have a few ideas on how I could help you; what do you think? Do they work for you? How would you prefer me to assist you?””
Yes! Parents Are Still The Number One Influence on Their Kids
– Mariana Cano,
Yo Mariana
“As soon as you open the communication channel, it becomes an ongoing dialogue that inevitably evolves into a deeper and more meaningful exchange as they grow older.”
Listening Before You Speak: 3 Tips to Get Through To Your Tween
– LaShawn Wiltz,
Everyday Eyecandy
“Remember: how we respond when our kids say something shocking or something that we don’t like, influences how willing they are to come to us with a problem or concern in the future.”
5 Ways to Support Your Child
– Danielle Schaffer,
City Girl Gone Mom
“Some coping mechanisms are very healthy and some are very toxic, so help kids learn how to find healthy ways to deal with how they are feeling. Share how you deal with life’s stressors, as this helps your kids learn healthy coping mechanisms.”