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Mental well-being during pregnancy- 9 Tips for First-Time Moms
By Guest Blogger Michelle Quill, Photo by Wes Hicks on Unsplash The importance of mental well-being during pregnancy Pregnancy is a time of immense physical and emotional changes for women. As the body prepares to bring new life into the world, it is crucial to...
Resilience in Adolescence: Equipping Teen Girls for Today’s Unique Challenges
By Guest Blogger Dr. Hannah Yang The teen years are not devoid of any challenges, but the barriers that modern adolescent girls face are very different from the ones faced by previous generations. The rapid advancement of technology and social media expansion,...
Unwrapping the Post-Holiday Blues in Moms
While the holidays are synonymous with joy, togetherness, and celebration, the period that follows can prove to be anything but. As the boxes of decorations are moved back into the attic, it’s not uncommon for complex emotions to take over. The phenomenon known as...
Ask the Guidance Center Experts: Managing Your Child’s New Year’s Resolutions
In this monthly column, therapists from North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center answer your questions on issues related to parenting, mental health and children’s well-being. To submit a question, email communications@northshorechildguidance.org. Question: With...
The Gift of Gratitude During the Holiday Season
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, meant to give us the opportunity to reflect on family, tradition, resolutions and… budgets. The holiday season is characterized primarily by wish lists and last-minute shopping, straying further away from the...
Caring for Those with Addiction During the Holidays
The holiday season is often characterized by joy, festivities, and the warmth of family gatherings. However, for those in the role of caretaker to a loved one living with addiction, this time of year brings unique challenges that can be hard to navigate. While others...
Staying Organized As A Parent On A Budget
By Guest Blogger Colleen Stewart Being a parent is tons of work, so it can be easy to get overwhelmed. After all, there is a seemingly never-ending list of things to do with limited hours in a day. Thankfully, there are many cost-effective ways to stay organized as a...
Talking to Kids about Tragedy
By Kathy Rivera, Executive Director/CEO, North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center Children are always listening, even to things they may not have the ability to fully comprehend. Whether it be from social media, school, or adults in their lives, it’s inevitable...