BERGEN COUNTY MOMS

Over the past five years, the college admissions process has undergone enormous changes; submitting test scores was optional but now it...

" Take my phone. I don't care." When your teen stops responding to consequences, it's not defiance - it's probably despair. When they...

“I tried that before, and it didn’t work.” Sound familiar? Many parents tell me they’re always searching for something new—a magic...

"Our kids are born with all the feelings and none of the skills." When I first heard that phrase, it felt right and true. From their...

Hope in her stroller at the USS Arizona Memorial, Honolulu, Hawaii. I laugh a little when we pull off a major vacation, and staff or...

We all want to feel seen: understood, valued, and accepted for who we are. But sometimes, when we’re reacting to our kids in ways we...

You’ve been crystal clear, but your teen just isn’t buying it. How do you get through to them? There’s a difference between talking to...

As parents, caregivers, and trusted adults in children’s lives, it’s crucial to talk openly with them about the difference between good...

You’ve heard the phrase, “If the shoe fits, wear it.” At Hyde School, they add a twist: “If the shoe fits, wear it. If not, throw it...

“Dad, can you give me gas money?” “Mom, can I have money to buy new shoes?” “Mommy, can we buy some candy?” Give me, buy me, get me. ...

In today's fast-paced world, children often experience stress and anxiety just like adults. Teaching them simple, engaging breathing...

Honestly, it’s a crap shoot. I watch my words and tone of voice, and WHAM. How did something so innocent and well-intentioned go so...

Sports can offer children lasting physical, emotional, and social benefits. However, youth sports must remain a positive,...

Wondering why your boundaries aren’t working? You may be confused about what a boundary actually is. It’s definitely not a threat. And...

Many parents of teens and tweens struggle with a persistent feeling of failure. They pour their time, energy and love into raising their...

One of the most intimidating parts of contributing to Bergen County Moms is the high bar I set for myself: to share the disability...

As parents, our primary job is to prepare our children for life. Yet, so much emphasis is placed on academic preparation for college,...

The Merriam-Webster definition of the word “middle” is, variously, “being in the midst of something,” “something intermediate,” or “the...

The idea of asking, "Does this really need to be said?" is a powerful tool for parents of teens navigating daily challenges. During...

Homework. It is almost always on the list of concerns parents bring to me. It is a routine cause of frustration and helplessness for...