Supporting Your Partner Through Challenging Parenting Times
Raising a child who is struggling is very difficult and it can put a lot of strain on a marriage or relationship.
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Our Shared Stories
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.
Payton Johnson
- 5 min
Is ADHD in Girls Different?
ADHD in girls can look different, and often goes under-diagnosed.
Payton Johnson
- 8 min
What is SAP and How Can They Help?
The SAP team is a group of trained professionals from the school and local community agencies that offer assistance to children needing supp
Payton Johnson
- 4 min
Understanding Your Child's Social Battery
A social battery is a metaphor for the amount of time and energy someone is able to put into socializing until they feel mentally....
Payton Johnson
- 5 min
Being An Ally for Your Transgender Child
This harsh reaction to her "coming out" forced Lexi to want to get away from her family before she began her medical transition.
Payton Johnson
- 7 min
Blended Family Holiday Survival Guide
Blended families have their own set of unique challenges associated with the holiday season.
Payton Johnson
- 7 min
How Can I Help My Shy Child?
#papafa #shyness #mentalhealth #anxiety Being very shy can have a massive impact on a child's mental health. That is why when we met with...
Payton Johnson
- 4 min
Avoiding Meltdowns at Family Gatherings
If you are used to meltdowns, mood swings, or outbursts when you and your child are at a social event perhaps they are struggling with...
Payton Johnson
- 2 min
How Can I Support My Partner When Parenting Gets Overwhelming?
#papafa #partner #marriage #tipsheet #support #marriagegoals #partnersforlife #mentalhealth #mentalwellness Parenting is a lot. A lot of...
Payton Johnson
- 2 min
Helping Your Child Make Friends Can Be Tricky
We know that it is overwhelmingly stressful if as a parent you see your child struggling to make friends.
Payton Johnson
- 5 min
Is ADHD in Girls Different?
ADHD in girls often goes under-diagnosed and is misunderstood.
Payton Johnson
- 2 min
Making Friends Is Hard
As a parent, the thought of your child not having good friends is enough to keep you up at night. That's why we asked our network of parents
Payton Johnson
- 7 min
Exploring Bipolar Disorder From a First-Hand Perspective
Let’s not use the phrase “I am bipolar.” That label can be heavy. Instead, let’s use the phrase, “I am someone who has bipolar tendencies.”
Payton Johnson
- 2 min
"You're Not My Parent, I Don't Have to Listen to You"
This is a phrase that every stepparent dreads. Let us help.
Payton Johnson
- 8 min
How Does Your Relationship Change When Your Child Turns 18?
Look at your relationship with your adult child in a different way than you did before. "You are going from being a supervisor to a co-work
Payton Johnson
- 4 min
Here's What You Missed!
Here are the top 3 things you may have missed from the Parent Alliance this year.
Payton Johnson
- 4 min
Understanding Your Child's Social Battery
What is a social battery & how does it affect your family? This week we share tips to make your time with friends and family more enjoyable.
Payton Johnson
- 7 min
Exploring The Unique Needs of Blended Families During the Holidays
The top 5 tips on how you can help set your blended family up for success this holiday season and the seasons to come.
Payton Johnson
- 6 min
The State of Children's Mental Health
We knew that the second our children returned to school things weren't going to magically get better but we didn't expect this.
Payton Johnson
- 9 min
Set Your Child's Expectations for the Holidays Now
Large companies like Target are warning shoppers to shop now so they can get what they need. What if that won't work for your family?
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