Sarah Julia FosterBusting BS Beliefs: How Teens Challenge Negative ThoughtsDoes your teen seem to be their own worst critic? They might constantly put themselves down, worry excessively about what others think, or…12h ago12h ago
Sarah Julia FosterTaming the Teen Anxiety Monster: Helping Your Teenager Manage Social AnxietyDoes your teen seem to dread social situations? Maybe they avoid parties, struggle to make friends, or get nervous talking to new people…1d ago1d ago
Sarah Julia FosterSibling Rivalry Redux: Creative Solutions for Promoting Cooperation and Kindness Between SiblingsLet’s face it, sibling rivalry is a normal part of family life. Whether it’s bickering over toys, vying for your attention, or feeling…3d ago3d ago
Sarah Julia FosterFrom Parallel Play to Teamwork: Encouraging Collaboration in Young ChildrenHave you ever watched your little ones play side-by-by, seemingly oblivious to each other? This is called parallel play, a common stage in…4d ago4d ago
Sarah Julia FosterThe Language of Emotions: Helping Your Child Identify and Express Their FeelingsEver feel like your child speaks a whole different language? They might cry, scream, or throw a tantrum, leaving you wondering what’s going…5d ago5d ago
Sarah Julia FosterBuilding Empathy Muscles: Nurturing Compassion and Understanding in Your ChildImagine a world where your child can see things from another’s perspective. A world where they understand how their actions affect others…6d ago16d ago1
Sarah Julia FosterBrain Builders: Understanding Your Child’s Development in Elementary SchoolThe elementary school years are a whirlwind of growth! Your child is blossoming academically, socially, and emotionally. This can be an…Jul 22Jul 22
Sarah Julia FosterThe Power of “I Don’t Know”: Vulnerability as a Strength in Gentle ParentingLet’s face it, parents: we don’t have all the answers. There will be times when our children ask us questions that leave us stumped, or…Jul 21Jul 21
Sarah Julia FosterEffective Communication with Caregivers and Educators: Building Trusting PartnershipsRaising a child is a team effort, and the village it takes often includes caregivers, teachers, and other educators who play a vital role…Jul 19Jul 19
Sarah Julia FosterThe Yes Space: Creating Opportunities for Exploration and Safe Risk-Taking in Gentle ParentingAs parents, we naturally want to protect our children from harm. But sometimes, our well-meaning interventions can stifle their curiosity…Jul 18Jul 18