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Parenting a child who is struggling with their mental health can feel overwhelming. You are not alone.
Explore real stories, practical advice, and support from parents who have been where you are, along with guidance you can use in your own family.


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


The Mental Load of Parenting Doesn’t End
Feeling overwhelmed by the mental load of parenting? In this episode, real moms talk about the daily stress, emotional labor, and the little things that help lighten it—one honest conversation at a time.

PA Parent and Family Alliance
1 min read


I Birthed You - You Can Buy Me Mother's Day a Card
Not every Mother’s Day looks like a Hallmark movie—and honestly, that’s okay. This week on the podcast, we’re talking about what the day...

PA Parent and Family Alliance
1 min read


How Nature Nurtures: Outdoor Activities for Kids' Mental Health
Looking for ways to support your child’s well-being? Check out 5 ways nature could help!

PA Parent and Family Alliance
5 min read


Parent Mental Health Matters: A Free Guide to Thriving, Not Just Surviving
Parent mental health matters. Get our free guide with self-care strategies to help you thrive while supporting your child’s needs.

PA Parent and Family Alliance
2 min read


Creativity and Anxiety - Can It Help?
Discover how creativity and anxiety relief are connected. Painting changed my life—find out how it can bring you joy and calm too.

PA Parent and Family Alliance
5 min read


Quick Parenting Tips You Can Use Today
Get quick parenting tips with our podcast, YouTube Shorts, and videos. Practical advice to support your child’s mental health—fast and easy

PA Parent and Family Alliance
2 min read
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