parenting Archives - TARA FRIEDEN

Cleaning Kids Rooms

Tara Frieden June 13, 2022June 10, 2022 blog, Mommy tips ADHD, families, Motherhood, parenting1 Comment

So I have never forced my children to clean their room. I have suggested and helped, I have explained my expectations, but I have never put out an ultimatum for fought over it. I did set them up for success...

Attention seeking behavior

Tara Frieden February 15, 2022February 2, 2022 Parenting, Uncategorized ADHD, attention seeking, behavior, kids, parenting, parents0 Comment

Many parents feel that their cildren engage in attention seeking behaviors. Thhey often use thei behavior as a way to communicate that they are seeking connecttion with you. Here are some things you can do to reduce the behaviors that...

Building Self Esteem in your Children

Tara Frieden August 20, 2019August 20, 2019 ADHD, blog, Parenting, Parenting an exceptional child mental health, parenting, Self esteem0 Comment

The past few generations of parents have been very aware of the role self esteem plays in the emotional development of our children. Many methods have been tried. Overly praising, giving everyone a trophy or award for everything, taking away...

I’m not an artist, but I can be creative

Tara Frieden April 8, 2019April 8, 2019 Arts and Crafts, Mommy tips, Parenting kids, parenting0 Comment

Fun art projects do not need an artistic touch. Here are some easy ones to do with your kids.

Let Your Kids Be Sad, Even if it Means They Cry.

Tara Frieden March 18, 2019 blog, Mommy tips, Parenting coping, emotional development, parenting, sadness0 Comment

Recently my son’s basketball season was coming to an end. It was Championship Saturday! He was in the Final 4 and going to play a team that had several of his friends on it. In our city over 2000 kids...

My Favorite Parenting Books

Tara Frieden January 28, 2019January 25, 2019 blog, Book Reviews, Parenting, Parenting an exceptional child, Sensory tips ADHD, Anxiety, kids, parenting, toddlers0 Comment

Parenting is hard and we often don't get enough solid information about what to do and how to understand these little beings. Here are some of my favorite go to resources.

You don’t have to be perfect.

Tara Frieden January 24, 2019March 21, 2019 blog, Mommy tips, Parenting Anxiety, fear, parenting2 Comments

Don't let fear hold you back.

You Are the Perfect Mom for Your Child

Tara Frieden December 22, 2018March 12, 2019 blog, Mommy tips ADHD, Anxiety, being mom, parenting, self care0 Comment

Many times over the years I have wondered if I am really the best mom for my child. Shouldn’t my son have a mother that is more patient? One that doesn’t get exasperated over constant humming and singing. A mom...

Tips for Surviving the Holidays with Kids that Struggle

Tara Frieden November 22, 2018 Mommy tips, Parenting, Parenting an exceptional child, Travel ADHD, Anxiety, family gatherings, kids, parenting, stressful holidays, teens, tweens0 Comment

Ahh the holidays. A time of high expectations and too often, disappointments when things do go as planned. Surviving the holidays with typical children is challenging enough, but when your child struggles with typical days, the holidays can bring on...

Confessions From a Yelling Mom

Tara Frieden September 25, 2017 blog, Mommy tips, Parenting, Parenting an exceptional child ADHD, being mom, discipline, parenting, stress0 Comment

Hi, My name is Tara, and I yell. I never wanted to be the mom that yelled. Before having kids I always heard how patient I was with children. I worked with some pretty challenging kiddos, but NOTHING prepares you...