Any good parent would wish good self-esteem for their children! For some, self-esteem seems to come naturally and easily; ...

When I write about personal matters, I quickly stumble into one of life’s puzzling ironies: Every one of us is unique, and we ...

The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated mental health challenges in children, increasing anxiety and loneliness. Experts ...

From the start, babies eagerly explore their world-and that includes themselves and other people. Babies spend a lot of time getting to know their own bodies. They: Suck their own fingers Observe ...

Learning to regulate behavior and emotion is a skill we develop over time. From a young age, we’re faced with experiences that test and refine our ability to gain a sense of control over ...

April is Child Abuse Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on the importance of protecting children from harm. Let's stand ...

The way we connect with others as adults is often shaped by our earliest experiences with caregivers. From birth, a child ...

When a child begins experiencing big emotions, a co-regulation response will look different depending on the child and circumstances. But the steps to take are similar.

Self-awareness is really about knowing yourself. Do you know what you’re good at, and what you’re not so good at? What is your personality like? Do you worry a lot or not at all? Are you very ...