by Carla Naumburg | Jun 27, 2019 | Grown and Flown
When your child is being stubborn it can feel as if it is an afront to your authority but, it may be their attempt at gaining independence which is a normal phase of teen development. “Teens may be struggling with strong emotions, challenging social and academic...
by Carla Naumburg | Jun 27, 2019 | How to Stop Losing Your Sh*t With Your Kids, Newsletter
Let’s talk about a simple strategy for losing your shit less often: taking more space – both physical and psychological – from your kids. Time studies have found that we parents – even those of us who work full time – spend more time with...
by Carla Naumburg | Jun 20, 2019 | Washington Post On Parenting
“Any sort of screen time can be anxiety-producing,” Naumburg says, “but especially time spent on social media, or watching scary shows or movies. And remember, shows that we may perceive as relatively benign may still be upsetting for some children.” The same goes for...
by Carla Naumburg | Jun 10, 2019 | How to Stop Losing Your Sh*t With Your Kids, Newsletter
One of the most common reasons parents come to me for coaching is because they’re losing their shit with their kids. They want to learn how to stay patient when parenting gets tough. Many of these parents feel incredibly ashamed of their tempers. I get it. I’ve felt...
by Carla Naumburg | Dec 10, 2018 | Mindfulness, Parenting
Mindfulness (and all the yummy stuff that goes along with it, like compassion, curiosity, and gratitude) makes me happier, calmer, and decidedly less likely to lose my shit. (Did I mention I’m writing a book about how to stop losing your shit at your kids? You can...