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A Nurturing Balm for the Caregiver’s Soul: Summer Stillness
In family life, summer chaos will find you so how will become intentional about your own healing and renewal this summer?
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Posted on June 19, 2025 by confidentparentsconfidentkids
Commemorating, Celebrating, and Learning from Juneteenth
“The historical legacy of Juneteenth shows the value of never giving up hope in uncertain times.” – National Museum of African American History and Culture Juneteenth commemorates and celebrates the ending of slavery in the United States. It originated in Galveston, Texas on June 19,1865 with the following announcement: “The people of Texas are informed that …
Posted on June 15, 2025 by confidentparentsconfidentkids
Reimagining Fatherhood, Reimagining Our World
by Jason P. Miller, MA, PCC When someone says “be a real man,” what do you think they mean? Usually, this phrase is uttered to convey a wish for a man to project a tough exterior; to be strong (usually physically); and to express a chiseled and stoic affect. If a “real man” is permitted to …
Posted on June 12, 2025 by confidentparentsconfidentkids
Confident Parents Raising Confident Kids in PRIDE Month; Perspectives and Resources from the LGBTQIA Village
Check out perspectives, support and resources from three experts who are also parents in the LGBTQIA community.
Posted on June 5, 2025 by confidentparentsconfidentkids
More Fun, Less Hassle: Creating Summer Routines to Help Each Family Member Take Responsibility
Here are some ways to lay the foundation for a cooperative family so that all can enjoy the summer!
Posted on May 29, 2025 by confidentparentsconfidentkids
Key Ways to Promote Responsibility without Punishment
Guiding our children and teens to repair harm when they’ve made a poor choice helps them learn the actions of taking responsibility. Learn more!
Posted on May 20, 2025 by confidentparentsconfidentkids
Transitions – Endings, Middles, and Beginnings
Thank you partner Glencoe School District 35 in northern Chicago for reminding me that our young children are managing many transitions this time of year. They may be mourning the losses of beloved teachers and the grade they are completing. Here are some supports to better understand and support those transitions in family life. Long …
Posted on May 8, 2025 by confidentparentsconfidentkids
Commitment to Children; Mothers of Curiosity, Care, and Courage
In the lead up to Mothers’ Day, I am reflecting on the importance of loving the beautiful qualities in each and every child – not dwelling on the hopes, dreams, or wishes one had for who you thought your child would be or what your child would accomplish. Rather, basking in the unique, authentic strengths …
Posted on May 6, 2025 by confidentparentsconfidentkids
Appreciating Teachers at the End of Another School Year
Taking a Moment to Tell a Story of Gratitude Among the art shows, final projects, proms, and graduations, there’s a rush and an excitement with all of the final activities and culminating projects of the year. This week, we have the chance to pause for a moment, to consider what our teachers have meant to …
Posted on May 5, 2025 by confidentparentsconfidentkids
Looking for your Reflections on Motherhood…
As we enter this week of May leading up to Mother’s Day, I’d love to hear from YOU. What are your reflections on being a mother at this time, at this moment? What are your reflections on your own Mother? What did she give you that has been a gift in your life? How does …
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