There’s parenting, and then there’s parenting in the digital age.
We’re the first generation raising children who’ve never known life without smartphones, group chats, YouTube, and AI. If you’ve ever watched your tween scrolling and wondered, “Is this normal?” or “What is this app?” you’re not alone.
Welcome to pioneer parenting.
If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “Why is parenting so hard, and why am I reacting like this?”—you’re not alone. The truth is, raising kids pushes every button we have. And while there’s no perfect roadmap, some therapy-informed books come pretty close to helping us show up the way we want to.
As both a child mental health therapist and a speech-language pathologist, one of the most common concerns I hear from parents is:
“My child is so bright, but they can’t seem to manage their time, stay organized, or follow through on anything.”
If that sounds familiar, your child may be struggling with executive functioning – and that’s something we specialize in supporting here at Be a Problem Solver Services.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month—a time to reflect on how we care for our minds, our families, and ourselves. Mental health doesn’t just affect one age group or diagnosis—it impacts the whole family system. That’s why this month, we’re focusing on the emotional health of children, teens, young adults, and parents, with special attention to neurodiversity and the often-unspoken toll that caregiving can take.
As April arrives, so does National Autism Awareness Month—a time dedicated to celebrating and understanding the diverse experiences of individuals on the Autism Spectrum. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is not a one-size-fits-all condition; rather, it encompasses a wide range of traits and characteristics unique to each individual. This April, let’s delve into the essence of autism, focusing on raising awareness and fostering inclusivity.
As parents, we’re all too aware of the constant pull of technology in our children’s lives. From smartphones and video games to social media and streaming services, screen time is a central part of modern childhood. But with the rise of digital distractions, it’s becoming increasingly important to set realistic tech boundaries, understand the risks of excessive screen time, and use the right tools to keep our kids safe. In this post, we’ll
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