Social-Emotional Development

The Myth of a Stress-Free Childhood

{We often think of stress in kids, as a negative. Research helps us see that some stress is a normal part of development and it actually …

{The benefits of summer camp for kids' development are amazing. However, research points to one clear tip when it comes to technology at …

If you are a parent of a young boy you know that, despite the cultural stereotypes, boys feel strong emotions just as much as girls. …

My 4-year-old son did not get much of a nap yesterday. No big deal, right. He's just turned 4 and many kids are dropping naps anyway around …

As school begins across the country, you may remember back on your own days as a student. I bet many of us recall sitting in class and our …

In the past week, 2 major celebrities have passed away as a result of suicide. Yet, in our country, mental illness is still considered a …

With the holiday season upon us, I'm thinking about compassion today. As parents, most of want to instill an understanding of compassion and …

Summer is quickly coming to an end and ours has been a busy, enjoyable one. My boys (ages 3 and 7) are finally old enough to (mostly) sit …