by Nikki Woods | Jan 25, 2021 | Parenting, Teenager
For parents of adolescents and teenagers, chances are you have experienced moments where you felt disconnected from them, where it was obvious to you that your child was enduring some form of adversity, but for whatever reason, felt it necessary to keep you out of...
by Nikki Woods | Oct 26, 2020 | Parenting
Exercise is an essential factor in boosting immunity, promoting healthy development and reducing symptoms associated with stress and anxiety. During this uncertain time however, it has become exponentially more challenging to encourage physical activity. In addition...
by Nikki Woods | Sep 11, 2020 | Parenting
For many of us, this week marks the official shift out of summer and into the fall season. What has always felt like a very routine and structured transition, may now feel a bit more chaotic and uncertain. For those of us, children and adults alike, who experience...
by Nikki Woods | Aug 25, 2020 | Parenting
During these unprecedented times, it can be difficult for us to assess just how well our children are adapting to the continuing uncertainty that surrounds us. How can we be sure that the behaviors our children are exhibiting are just a normal response to stress and...
by Nikki Woods | Jul 21, 2020 | Parenting
For many parents, the anticipation of September’s arrival may already feel overwhelming. As we continue to debate the best course of action for our children and families, we are also forced to deal with the raw emotion associated with this uncertainty. The decisions...
by Nikki Woods | Jun 30, 2020 | Parenting
As parents, much of our attention over the last three months was focused on making sure that our children were simply getting through the day – surviving the demands of virtual learning while working to ensure their mental and physical health. We watched as...
