As a parent, I’ve always feared failure—for my kids and for myself. I’d lose sleep over missed homework deadlines, skipped piano practices, and the time my toddler accidentally dyed the dog blue with a marker. But over the years, I’ve…
When my son was first flagged for “disruptive behavior” in kindergarten, I pictured ADHD as the caricature I’d seen on TV: a kid bouncing off walls, ignoring teachers, and chugging down sugary sodas. But the reality? My child wasn’t hyperactive—he’d…
Let me start by admitting something: I’m not a natural leader. I avoid public speaking, I hate confrontation, and I’ve never been the “take charge” type. So when my daughter came home from school saying, “I want to be class…
As a parent, few things are more heartbreaking than realizing your child might be struggling in silence. Bullying isn’t just a normal part of growing up—it’s a serious issue that can leave lasting emotional and physical scars. But how do…
As a parent, I’ve spent countless nights worrying about my kids. Are they eating enough? Making friends? Doing okay in school? But one thing I never expected to wonder was, “Is my child struggling with anxiety?” It wasn’t until my youngest started…