Posts by Jen Lumanlan
074: Attachment: What it is, what it’s not, how to do it, and how to stop stressing about it
Dr. Arietta Slade tackles the complex world of attachment and bonding in parenting. Explore the science behind attachment, its benefits, and debunked misconceptions. Discover the role of reflective functioning in nurturing a healthy attachment relationship and how to enhance your skills in this crucial arena.
Five practical steps for parents to break the Kavanaugh cycle
One in three women will experience sexual violence. Where do men learn it’s okay to force sex? Where do women learn their worth comes from being wanted? Parents: it starts with us.
Read Full PostSocial Exclusion: What to do when a child says "I never want to play with [Friend] again!"
“I’m never playing with her again!” sounds like typical preschooler drama, but relational aggression causes real harm to both kids. Research shows most parents and teachers accidentally encourage it by ignoring the damage it does.
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As the school year settles in, Dr. Jonathan Dalton joins us to discuss the challenges kids may face when transitioning to school. Learn to identify whether your child’s difficulties are within the normal range or if they might require additional assistance, and discover practical solutions to ease their school-related anxieties.
Is your child’s school separation anxiety a real problem – or not?
Your child clings to you at drop-off, screaming “Don’t go!” Is this normal transition tears or a real problem? The key indicator happens fifteen minutes after you leave and most parents never find out.
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