In my career as a child psychiatrist, I’m seeing more and more teens and young adults who are completely and totally lacking resilience. I don’t say this to be mean or judgmental, I honestly utter it with fear and trepidation. These are bright, well-intended kids whose lives are completely derailed by one bad test grade... Continue Reading →
I remember back in my 20s I would read articles in Vogue and Cosmo written by women in their 30s, talking about how much better their lives were and how much confidence they had. I could never quite grasp that when I was younger, because back then I just assumed that everything gets worse as... Continue Reading →
While we all love the freedom that summer brings, it also means more outdoor events and activities where our kids are less supervised. Big crowds, parades, pool parties, sporting events- all promise a super fun time but it’s hard to keep an eye on our kids the whole time. Here are some tips for keeping... Continue Reading →
My son is in kindergarten this year, and he loves it. It’s been overall a great experience for us as a family. His teacher really encourages parent participation, not just in the classroom but also with “homework” and take home art projects. Every month she sends us directions for a themed art project to be... Continue Reading →
I’m not the cleanest person I’ve ever met. In fact, my husband often refers to me as the Queen of Clutter. But here’s the thing: as long as it’s MY clutter, it doesn’t bother me. I may have stacks of papers piled up on the counter, and on my dresser, and maybe even on the... Continue Reading →
I’m never sure anymore if I am supposed to be leaning in, saying no to more, or just being present. All I know is I spend a lot of time trying to find that perfect family-work-life balance, aka “having it all,” where I can work on my own schedule and take vacations when I want... Continue Reading →
I had a big cry today. Crying isn’t exactly a rare occurrence for me, but today was different. I felt despondent and helpless. It felt like all the sorrow that has befallen my friends, family, and community hit me all at once. In addition to all the national tragedies, I have had several close friends... Continue Reading →
Around the country, teenagers are stepping up and speaking out against gun violence and demanding gun reform after yet another violent school shooting. Regardless of your stance on this issue, it is inspiring to see kids using the only outlet they have -their voice- to make a difference. To quote those students, “we are turning tragedy into an opportunity... Continue Reading →
I recently attended a work shop for moms looking to de-clutter and de-stress their life. The speaker has devoted much of her recent years to pursuing a life of minimalism. While that word means different things to different people, her definition really resounded with me: The intentional pursuing of what really matters in my life, and... Continue Reading →
How many times have you come home after a fun, relaxing date night to find a dirty dining table and the sink full of dishes? Mac n’ cheese still stuck to the pot on the stove? Toys littering the living room? Or worst of all, the kids still awake?? When I used to babysit at... Continue Reading →
Some Thoughts are Better Left Unsaid 