Claire Lerner, LCSW-C
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Simple Ways To Help Your Child Become A Better Problem Solver
Just like Rosie in “Rosie’s Rules,” your child is figuring out how the world works. Their ability to manage their own frustrations, problem solve and work through a challenge will serve them well — now and far into the future.
Try These Mindshifts for Positive Parenting
By setting loving limits and boundaries, parents and caregivers can help children thrive. Here are some key mindsets to have to help reduce challenging behaviors and create more positive connections with your children.
Why Kids Fall Apart After School and How to Help
The experience of kids being well-behaved at school, but then having more difficult behaviors at home is actually very common. Here are some ways to think about what your child is experiencing and how to help.
Helping Kids Get Out of Their Comfort Zone
Change is part of life. But the huge shifts that have taken place in children’s worlds due to the COVID-19 pandemic are off the charts. Here’s how to help your child be more flexible.
On Parenting: It's OK to Need a Break
Parents are exhausted. Here are some ways to reduce stress, enable more joy, and allow yourself to take a break.
How to Help Your Child Successfully Transition Back to School
Separation anxiety may be an issue as families transition back to school and day care, and children will need your empathy and support. Here are 10 ways you can help.
How to Raise a Good Problem-Solver
The ability to face a challenge and come up with effective solutions is an important skill. Here’s how to support your child’s problem-solving ability.
Build Your Child’s Confidence to Try New Things
Children resisting to try new things or engage in activities that they haven’t mastered is not uncommon. Here’s how parents can help build children’s confidence.
Help Your Child Cope With Holiday Social Stress
Here are some easy ways to support your sensitive child throughout the holiday season.
Solving Sleep Problems: Tips for Helping Your Child Become a Good Sleeper
Here's a set of guiding principles to help you develop your own path to you and your child getting a good night's sleep.
Good Night, Sleep Tight: How To Help Young Children Cope With Nighttime Fears
Night time fears can be common for young children. Here are some different ways to help them cope with these challenges.
Smoother Transitions to Help Your Child Through Daily Routines
Children have a hard time moving from one task to another during morning and bedtime routines for many reasons. Here are some ways to help them transition.
