Study habits are something most parents know their children need, but figuring out what those habits are can be challenging. What works for a third grader won't work for a ninth grader, and what works for a middle schooler may… read more
Routines & Parenting
How Multitasking Can Break Your Teen’s Focus and Homework Quality
Upon arriving home from school, many parents often look into their teen's bedroom and hope to see them deeply focused on their homework, but that is often not the reality. Instead, the modern, typical homework session might involve an open… read more
When Should You Open a Teen Bank Account? A Parent’s Guide
There comes a point in almost every child's life when the “piggy bank” starts to feel a little limiting. Maybe they're earning money from chores, receiving birthday cash or getting their first paycheck from a summer job. Suddenly, parents are… read more
Why Blue Light Is Ruining Your Toddler’s Sleep
Nights can be challenging enough with a toddler — but if your little one has been struggling to wind down lately, you might want to consider blue light. Blue light, the kind that comes from tablets, phones, televisions and some… read more
Back-to-School Made Easy: Tips From a Mom of Two
As a mother of two with a full-time job and a board member for multiple nonprofits, I find mornings a bit hectic in our household. My 2-year-old son and 4-year-old daughter have very distinct preferences in the morning. My son… read more
How Much Screen Time Is Too Much for Teens?
When school ends, structure often goes with it. Late mornings, looser routines and more free time can quickly turn screens into the default summer activity for tweens and teens. Whether it’s gaming, TikTok, streaming or nonstop group chats, summer often… read more
How to Talk to Kids About Strangers
Summer often brings more freedom for kids — vacations, camps, sleepovers, neighborhood bike rides and family outings to busy parks or airports. It’s a season filled with adventure, but it can also bring more moments when children may interact with… read more
How to Handle When Friends Move Away
Gainesville is known as a transient town. The University of Florida attracts some of the best people in the world for education and jobs. This also means that once those people graduate, finish their residency or change jobs, they move.… read more
Cruising with Confidence: Satisfying Children’s Physical & Sensory Needs on Cruises
Vacations are meant to be relaxing — a time to reconnect with friends and family. Yet vacations can also feel overwhelming, especially when traveling with someone with a disability. Thankfully, a little planning can help you cruise with confidence. The… read more
When Can Kids Bathe Alone? A Parent’s Guide
Bathing is a self-care skill that all children need to learn. It is not as simple as telling them to wash behind their ears and calling it a day, as water safety is a big issue. How do we teach… read more
