Dr. Weiner is a board-certified Psychologist and addiction specialist, and speaks nationally on the topics of behavioral health and addiction. He will give practical tips that parents and families can use in talking with their children. Continue Reading →
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Christ Church to Host: “Raising Successful, Balanced Children and Youth in an Affluent World”
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As parents, or as grandparents, trying to do the best for our children and grandchildren, how do we help them navigate with so much turbulence and entitlement swirling around them? How do we teach our children empathy, good values and a strong work ethic? Continue Reading →
Filed under: Parenting, Adam Rhodie, Ann Neary, Bobby Walker, Christ Church, Debbie Smith, GCDS, Greenwich Academy
MOMTOURAGE: Reverse Separation Anxiety: 5 Steps To Set Worry Aside
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“It can be challenging when your child leaves home, but this is what we’ve prepared them for. They need to be on their own to learn life skills to help them lead successful adult lives.” – Lea Grimaldi Continue Reading →
Filed under: Parenting, Momtourage
Fusion Academy Greenwich Zoom Talk: Building a Strong Relationship with Your Teen
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On Oct 20, Amanda Craig Ph.D. LMFT, Founder of Manhattan Marriage & Family Therapy will help Fusion Academy Greenwich and guests via Zoom learn more about parents growing their relationships with their teenagers. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Parenting, Schools, Amanda Craig, Fusion Academy Greenwich
Head Start Preschool Availability Announced: Enroll Now for the 2021-2022 School Year!
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Family Centers Early Care and Education announces availability in the Greenwich Head Start Preschool program for the 2021-2022 school year. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Parenting, Schools, Family Centers, Head Start, preschool
AG Tong Joins Coalition of 44 Attorneys General Urging Facebook to Abandon Launch of Instagram Kids
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At a Congressional hearing in March, Zuckerberg dismissed the idea that social media is harmful to children, despite strong data and research that has shown a link between young people’s use of social media and an increase in mental distress, self-injurious behavior, and suicidality. Instagram has been frequently flagged for increasing suicidal ideation, depression, and body image concerns in children. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Parenting, cyberbullying, Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg, William Tong
This Mother’s Day and Always, I Am Proud of You!
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“I am proud of you.” Those five words were often said to me by my late father-in-law, who consistently commended my efforts as a mother. Back then, I was a stay-at-home mom, new to parenting, and hearing those words from him, always filled my heart with joy. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Holiday, Parenting
Open House at The Children’s School: Literacy Is the Gateway
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The Children’s School invites parents to our open house on Friday April 9 from 5:00-7:00pm to learn more about the School’s innovative and nurturing approach to literacy and the groundbreaking practices that have earned it a standout reputation across the region and nationally. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Parenting, Schools
The Children’s School Virtual Parenting Workshop: Making Math Make Sense
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In a virtual talk for The Children’s School, Greg Tang’s approach to math makes working with numbers more intuitive and enjoyable for children and parents alike. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Parenting, Schools, Greg Tang, The Children's School
Momtourage: After a newborn dies, parenting does not stop
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“Colette died at nine days old after spending her short life inside an incubator in the NICU…Her death did not mean that I stopped being her parent; it just meant that parenting her would be different. I don’t change diapers, I don’t do silly things to entertain her, I don’t put her to sleep, but I still love her so much and worry that I am not doing enough.” – Michelle Valiukenas Continue Reading →