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Parenting a child who struggles with their mental health can be tough, but together, we find strength. Explore stories of hope and practical advice from parents who've been where you are now.


What to Do When Your Child Refuses Medication?
What to Do When Your Child Refuses Medication: If it’s starting to feel like a fight, learn how to support your child through collaboration instead of control.

PA Parent and Family Alliance
3 min read


What If My Child Has No Plan After High School?
If your child has no plan after high school, it can feel overwhelming. Learn how to shift the pressure, support your child, and move forward without panic.

PA Parent and Family Alliance
3 min read


Why Is This Always an Argument?
Are you tired of having the same argument over and over?

PA Parent and Family Alliance
3 min read


My Child Was Admitted to a Psychiatric Hospital. Now What?
My Child Was Admitted to a Psychiatric Hospital. Now What? Read steady, parent-tested guidance on how to care for yourself during this overwhelming time.

PA Parent and Family Alliance
2 min read


Why Is My Teen Sleeping All Day?
Why is my teen sleeping all day? Learn what might be underneath excessive sleep and one practical shift you can try to better understand and support your teen.

PA Parent and Family Alliance
3 min read


Why Is My Child So Angry Lately?
Why is my child so angry lately? Learn what might be underneath the big reactions and how to respond without escalating the moment.

PA Parent and Family Alliance
2 min read


Why is Homework a Battle Every Night?
Why is homework a battle every night? Learn what may be happening beneath the surface and one small shift that can make evenings feel calmer.

PA Parent and Family Alliance
3 min read


3 Ways to Support a Parent Whose Child Is Struggling
Supporting a child can be isolating for parents. Learn how to support a parent whose child is struggling with care, understanding, and encouragement.

PA Parent and Family Alliance
3 min read


Why Respecting Pronouns Can Be Life Saving
A parent reflects on supporting their non binary child within a faith community and how affirmation, including respecting pronouns can be life saving, supports youth mental health.

PA Parent and Family Alliance
4 min read


What Should I Do for Valentine’s Day?
What should I do for Valentine’s Day? Join our virtual paint night fundraiser on February 12. Supplies shipped. Fun, relaxing, and supports a great cause.

PA Parent and Family Alliance
2 min read


5 Coping Strategies for Overwhelmed Parents
These five coping strategies for overwhelmed parents offer simple, grounding ways to slow down, reset, and care for yourself when everything feels like too much.

PA Parent and Family Alliance
5 min read


What Are FID Days?
Wondering what are FID days and how they impact parents and children? Hear from real parents about the challenges...

PA Parent and Family Alliance
4 min read


Blended Family Holiday Survival Guide
Let's be honest. The holidays are chaotic, especially for parents. Yes, the holiday spirit is lovely but it's also an expensive, stressful, and busy time. The mix of time off of school, cold weather making it more difficult to spend time outside, and an increase in sugar mean it is also a time where children can struggle with their behavior. We at the Parent Alliance celebrate all different family structures and this week we wanted to take a look at one in particular; blended

PA Parent and Family Alliance
7 min read


How Do I Prevent Holiday Burnout?
The top 5 tips to help you prevent holiday season burnout while making sure that you too are enjoying the season!

PA Parent and Family Alliance
6 min read


Thanks to Staunton Farm Foundation, More PA Families Will Get the Support They Deserve
Staunton Farm Foundation funds parent peer mental health support in 8 PA counties. Discover how this grant helps families navigate systems and access life-changing help.

Christina Paternoster
2 min read


How Do I Set Healthy Boundaries with Extended Families?
The top 5 tips that parents have used to help them get through the holiday season...

PA Parent and Family Alliance
8 min read


Why is my child avoiding school?
Why is my child avoiding school? Learn the real reasons behind school refusal, how truancy laws apply in Pennsylvania, and what you can do next.

PA Parent and Family Alliance
6 min read


Supporting Your Partner Through Challenging Parenting Times
#papafa #partner #mentalhealth #support #unitedfront #mentalwellness #parenting #marriedlife "I leaned on Josh a lot because I would say...

PA Parent and Family Alliance
8 min read


Is Roblox Safe for Kids?
Is Roblox safe for kids? Learn about risks like bullying, scams, and screen time, plus tips on parental controls to keep play fun and safe.

PA Parent and Family Alliance
9 min read


3 End of Summer Tips for Parents of Children with Mental Health Challenges
Looking for end of summer tips for parents of children with mental health challenges? Discover 3 simple ways to ease the transition into the school year with less stress and more connection.

PA Parent and Family Alliance
3 min read


Getting to School Is a Battle: What to Do Now if Your Teen Is Facing a Big Transition
Getting to school is a battle for many teens. Learn how to support your child through big transitions with expert advice from educator Darryl Williams.

PA Parent and Family Alliance
4 min read


Grounding Techniques for Kids: Creative Art Activities for Anxiety
Discover simple, trauma-informed grounding techniques for kids to help them manage big emotions and feel more calm, connected, and secure.

PA Parent and Family Alliance
5 min read


How to Be an Ally to Your LGBTQ+ Child: 3 Expert-Backed Tips for Parents
Looking for guidance on how to be an ally to your LGBTQ+ child? This supportive resource from the Parent Alliance shares practical tips and free tools to help you show up with compassion, confidence, and care, because every child deserves a well-equipped parent in their corner.

PA Parent and Family Alliance
3 min read


Senior Year Is Over. Now What?
Senior year brings a lot of emotions, for both parents and kids. It is a time of milestones, transitions, and big decisions. And if your...

PA Parent and Family Alliance
1 min read
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