Oftentimes, as parents, we try and shield our teens from our worries or anxieties to help protect them from further stress. However, by being honest about your own feelings and concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic, you are creating a space
Connecting with Teens: Communicate Openly & Honestly
Many of us may be struggling to cope with the uncertainty and the changes that the COVID-19 pandemic brought to us all. Teenagers who were planning for proms, graduations, study abroad experiences, and memories with their friends, are now losing
Connecting with Teens: Help Them Stay Connected with Friends
This may sound counterintuitive for parents wanting to spend more time with their teens during social distancing. However, helping your teen stay in touch with their friends shows them that you are supportive of the things that are important to
Connecting with Teens: Give Them More Responsibility
Showing your teen that you trust them with added responsibility will help to strengthen your relationship and will help you both connect during a time of crisis. With your guidance and support, your teen may be able to handle a
Connecting with Teens: Do Things Together!
Many parents of teenagers find that their teens normally have very busy schedules and that time spent with their parents is not always the top priority. Being home with your teen gives you plenty of chances to do things together,
Managing Parenting Stress During COVID-19
Managing Parenting Stress During COVID-19 By Eleanor Beeslaar, HRI Graduate Assistant Doing our part to help stop the spread of coronavirus means practicing social distancing and self-isolation, and while this is important, it’s also really stressful, especially as a parent.
Talking to Kids about COVID-19
By Eleanor Beeslaar, HRI Graduate Assistant Coronavirus has led to some pretty big changes in our everyday lives, and it’s normal for us to be feeling confused, overwhelmed, and uncertain. These changes may be especially confusing and difficult for kids.
Homeschooling Tips for Families with Special Needs
Homeschooling Tips for Families with Special Needs Camila Dos Santos, M.Ed., Program Coordinator of the Healthy Relationships Initiative The coronavirus pandemic has left families juggling a number of priorities, including many parents who are now homeschooling their children. Parents of
Tips for Talking to Kids about COVID-19
Coronavirus has led to some pretty big changes in our everyday lives, and it’s normal for us to be feeling confused, overwhelmed, and uncertain. These changes may be especially confusing and difficult for kids. It’s important for us as adults
There is No Such Thing as a Perfect Parent
Parenting can be difficult, especially during times of change and uncertainty. Be extra kind to yourself today and remember that there is no such thing as a perfect parent. You are doing your best.