Lori Lite shares tips and information to help parents, teachers, counselors and others who are interested in managing stress for children and teens.
Celebrating New Year’s with Kids
As families grow and social environments change, so do celebrations. Let the newness of this year inspire you to try something different when you are celebrating New Year's with kids. Here are some tips for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Turn back time: Why not...
Christmas Activities to Find Holiday Spirit
by Cindy Springsteen The holiday season is here, and many of us are struggling this year to find holiday spirit. The normal hustle and bustle that we usually experience during this time of the year is more challenging because of social distancing and the fear of...
Spread Holiday Cheer After a Crazy Year
‘Tis the season to be jolly and joyous, but this year brought extra stress and anxiety! This year, the holiday traditions and festivities we usually enjoy will look very different from what they have in the past. Though we may not be able to celebrate Christmas in our...
Kids Return to School
The familiar changing season is happening all around us, but this year there are many notable differences in our lives. Fall usually means a return to normalcy for parents and students as summer vacation ends and school begins. Months ago, we still had hope that the...
Mental Health Family Stress
When we first become parents, the hopes and dreams we have for our children are boundless. These tiny little humans who we have sworn to nurture, protect and love without condition have a lifetime of opportunities awaiting them. But life is unpredictable, and we face...
Families Come Together During COVID-19
As the world starts to grapple with the effects of the Coronavirus, everyday life has taken a dramatic shift. As parents, we are trying to understand what is going on and how long this will affect our lives. Schools are closed, people are working from home, events,...
St. Patrick’s Day with Family
Every year, for one day in March, people of any background get to celebrate the “Luck of the Irish!” St. Patrick’s Day is a great holiday for exploring new traditions and bringing extra joy to the ones you love. Here are some fun activities you can do with your own...
Valentine’s Day Hearts and Cupid’s Arrow
In a conversation with two elementary-aged children, I asked them to share their thoughts with me about Valentine’s Day. Even though I know these young girls to be kind, conscientious, and incredibly respectful, I was surprised by some of their answers. I thought, for...
Handling Holidays When Your Child Has Special Needs
Holiday crowds, lights, noise, strangers, hugging, change in routine, and chaos. When your child has special needs, holidays could be a recipe for stress and sensory overload. As parents, we need to be flexible with our definition of what a holiday should look like....
5 Tips for Creating a Memorable Family Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a special holiday that has brought families together since Abraham Lincoln made it a national holiday to be celebrated every year on the last Thursday of November. While the times have changed, the message of a family Thanksgiving has remained the same...
