Did you know that 95% of people with eating disorders are between the age of 12 and 25? Looking at young athletes, we see a very specific issue they’re struggling with. On one side, they want to look a certain way in school, just like their friends. On the other side,...
The skill of listening to our kids’ feelings is such an important one for parents. One of the main reasons is that when we listen well to our kids, we reinforce them to talk about their feelings, and we all know how important that is! Another reason is that when our...
It’s May and that means it’s almost swim-team season! It’s my favorite time of the year. To me, summer and the pool are just magical. But with the swim season starting, I notice the conversation around swimsuits, bodies, and body image coming up in my sessions more...
Today’s generation of teens is incredibly accepting of each other, and families, parents are more accepting too. Both this and even the pandemic have resulted in kids coming out earlier than even a few years ago. But what’s the best way to respond when your kid (or...
We’ve been waiting a long time to share today’s episode with you and we couldn’t be more excited! Dr. Samantha Sweeney is one of Amanda’s oldest friends and an expert on working with parents of anxious kids. She’s a psychologist, author, educator and has a private...
This week we’re coming in hot with a legitimate timeline for how to get your kid ready for the new school year. Last week we shared our thoughts and predictions for the post-pandemic school year; this week, we’re translating all of that into actionable steps. ...
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