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A Guide for Parents in the Sandwich Generation

A Guide for Parents in the Sandwich Generation

A growing number of U.S. adults are joining the Sandwich Generation – caring for their elders while raising children – and it can be very challenging. This month, parenting educator and Piper+ Enza contributor Giselle Baumet shares tips on finding balance in this demanding role, engaging and supporting your kids as you go, and making time to nurture yourself.

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Prioritizing Your Child’s Comfort: A Guide for Parents Navigating a Chronic Medical Diagnosis

Prioritizing Your Child’s Comfort: A Guide for Parents Navigating a Chronic Medical Diagnosis

We’re honored to welcome a new contributor this month. Meet Dr. Maureen Michele, life coach, author, general pediatrician, allergist/immunologist, and mama to three. She provides coaching and support to parents of chronically ill kids, and in this article, offers guidance to families facing a chronicle medical diagnosis in how to best support their kids through the journey. We happen to think this advice is great for families facing routine medical experiences, too!

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How to Help Your Child Take Medicine

How to Help Your Child Take Medicine

Certified Child Life Specialist, Child Life on Call founder, and expert Piper + Enza contributor Katie Taylor shares some ideas and strategies to help your child take medicine more easily — something that parents and caretakers are challenged with all too often!

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How to Make Resolutions for Emotional Wellness—And Keep Them

How to Make Resolutions for Emotional Wellness—And Keep Them

New year, new you! Right? Honestly, the concept of setting and keeping New Year’s resolutions can bring on more pressure than anything else—so why not rethink them? This month, Giselle Baumet talks through how we can focus on resolutions for emotional wellness, especially for parents, and how this can serve as a basis for reaching other personal goals.

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How to Have a Simple Holiday Season with Children

How to Have a Simple Holiday Season with Children

The holiday season can be filled with joy and celebration. It can also be super overwhelming, with all the events, activities, and expectations. This month, our friend, positive parenting educator (and multi-hyphenate) Giselle Baumet shares the benefits of having a simple holiday season with children, and offers some helpful tips on how to go about it!

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