By: Dorothy Watson There’s little doubt that being a caregiver can wear you down. When you deplete your mental and physical reserves, your ability to care for your loved one also shrinks. That’s why caregivers need self-care. It may sound complicated or frivolous, but adding simple changes can make a difference in how you feel and…
By: Margie Frisco, UHV Practicum Student Do you find yourself looking up parenting tips? Parenting can be difficult! However, with a few easy to follow tips, the journey could be better in 2021. Last year was a crazy and unpredictable situation. Parenting is stressful enough, but throw in becoming an instant teacher along with the…
By: Margie Frisco, UHV Practicum Student Are you parenting a child with ADHD? Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can make it hard to function in a healthy way with your children. Many times parents feel like they are spinning their wheels or feel ignored by the children. Sometimes it can feel like the child is…
What does it mean to have a healthy self-esteem? Some people think it means you are okay with how you look. Other people think you must accomplish something big in your life to have a good self-esteem. But the reality is, having a healthy self-esteem means you like and appreciate yourself faults and all. A…
Is your child over-scheduled? Families are busy these days. Between a parent’s busy home and work life, and kids in school with after school activities, it can be hard to figure out a balance. Certainly activities outside of school will enrich your child’s life, but at what point is it adding value, and when is…