by Magnolia Family Counseling | Nov 29, 2020 | Child/Teen, Parenting
How many parents have said at one point or another, “I wish my child would have come with a users’ manual,”? Nearly every single one. Nothing can really prepare us for parenthood. No class, no advice, and no user manual can give us the tools we require for raising...
by Magnolia Family Counseling | Jan 5, 2020 | Child/Teen, Parenting
Back when many of us were growing up, our parents would yell at us to shut the TV off and go outside and play. Parents of generations past knew that fresh air and sunshine were ultimately healthier than watching the “boob tube.” And back then the boob tube was far...
by Magnolia Family Counseling | Nov 24, 2019 | Child/Teen, Parenting
Have you heard the phrase “helicopter parent?” It describes a mother or father that ‘hovers’ around their child 24/7, overseeing their life to keep them from every potential danger, pitfall and mishap. It looks good on paper, but this kind of parenting forgets one...
by Magnolia Family Counseling | Oct 6, 2019 | Child/Teen, Parenting
It’s tough trying to get your teen to talk. Science has shown that the teenager’s brain has yet to fully develop the frontal cortex, which is the area that controls our ability to reason, and to think before we act. As your teen’s brain develops,...
by Magnolia Family Counseling | Aug 18, 2019 | Anxiety, Child/Teen, Parenting, School/Academics
It’s that time of year again when big yellow buses can be seen driving around the neighborhood and school bells begin ringing. Going back to school can definitely be an exciting time for parents and children.But for some kids, especially younger ones, going back to...
by Magnolia Family Counseling | Jul 28, 2019 | Child/Teen, Counseling, Parenting, Sports/Exercise
As a busy parent of a young child, you may find it challenging to find the time or space to meditate. One solution is to bring the two together, and have your child meditate with you.Meditating with Young ChildrenFor children five and under, it will be difficult for...
