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Transitions can he hard
Transitions are an in-between. They are a point of change. An inflection point where one moves from one thing to the next.

Dr. Jacqueline Cahalan
Feb 15, 20231 min read


New Things Can Be Uncomfortable- That is Normal and Okay
If you are trying to do something new or different and it feels really uncomfortable, that is okay.

Dr. Jacqueline Cahalan
Nov 14, 20221 min read


Parent Reframe: From “Good” and “Bad” to “For Me” or “Not for Me”
This reframe can reduce feelings of judgement or shame, preserve connection, and encourage flexible thinking.

Dr. Jacqueline Cahalan
Oct 27, 20221 min read
Establishing Effective Routines
Routines! Routines can be so helpful in getting your household to run smoothly, especially during times like bedtime or trying to get...

Dr. Jacqueline Cahalan
Oct 6, 20221 min read


Parents: It’s okay to feel uncertain!
Parents: It is okay and normal to feel like sometimes you have no idea what you are doing.

Dr. Jacqueline Cahalan
Sep 20, 20221 min read


Parenting tip! When things go awry, try a re-do!
Parents: When a conversation with your kids seems to go off the rails or become unwieldy for whatever reason, one option is to simply say...

Dr. Jacqueline Cahalan
Jul 29, 20221 min read


With pride and gratitude
This school year was hard (again). Be proud of your kids for making it through, even if it was messy at times. Be proud of yourself and...

Dr. Jacqueline Cahalan
Jun 21, 20221 min read


Meet Your Child Where They Are At
Considerations like these can give you helpful information and a starting point for how to best connect with or support your child.

Dr. Jacqueline Cahalan
Mar 16, 20221 min read


You Are Your Child’s Most Valuable Advocate
When your child is having a hard time or is struggling with a challenge (such as in school, relationships, or another in his or her...

Dr. Jacqueline Cahalan
Oct 26, 20202 min read
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