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Holiday Social Media Use: How to Talk About It and Set Boundaries With Your Teen

Worried about your teen’s social media use over the holidays? Learn practical strategies to set boundaries, talk with your teen, and support healthy habits. ...more

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December 17, 2025•3 min read

Your Teen in Their Room: Privacy, Comfort, or Withdrawal? Understanding What It Really Means

Spending time in their room isn’t always a sign of isolation. Learn why teens need privacy, how to support them, and when to be concerned. ...more

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December 17, 2025•3 min read

When Christmas Is Hard: Supporting Teens With Challenging Behaviour Over the Holidays

Christmas can be challenging for families with teens. Learn why behaviour often escalates and how parents can support their teenager during the holidays. ...more

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December 17, 2025•4 min read

What Is the Mental Load

What is the mental load? This short blog explains the invisible mental burden of planning and organizing, its impact on stress, and how to lighten it for a more balanced life. ...more

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December 12, 2025•1 min read

Being A Good Enough Parent - at Christmas

Feeling the pressure to be the perfect parent at Christmas? This blog introduces a helpful video on using the PACE model (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy) to reduce festive stress, build s... ...more

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December 04, 2025•0 min read

Managing Isolation at Christmas

Christmas can be a challenging time if you’re feeling lonely or disconnected. This post offers gentle, evidence-based tools to help you care for your mental health, find meaning, and navigate the fest... ...more

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December 04, 2025•4 min read