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When Homework Becomes a Daily Battle: How to Raise a Kid Who Loves Learning
I received a question during a coaching call that I hear constantly:
"My 7-year-old doesn't want to do her homework. It's not mandatory at her school, but I think it's good practice. She did homework in kindergarten, but we stopped over the summer and now I'm having trouble getting back into th...
by Dr. Jazmine β
Jan 05, 2026
boundaries/discipline
emotional regulation
school issues
shame/self-worth/confidence
βWhy is Her Skin Brown?β βThat Man is So Fat!β What to Say When Your Child Points Out Differences in Public
It happened on the walk into school.
Your 5-year-old spotted another child and said, loudly, "Why doesn't she have hair??"
You froze. Your face got hot. You wanted to disappear.
Did the other parent hear? Did the child hear? What do you even say right now?
You feel conflicted because on one end...
by Dr. Jazmine β
Nov 03, 2025
boundaries/discipline
emotional regulation
school issues
shame/self-worth/confidence
When Good Kids Go Bad: The Hidden Emotion Behind (School) Behavior Problems
I once worked with a dad - letβs call him Amir - who was getting daily emails from his son's teacher. His previously well-behaved 5-year-old had suddenly become the kid who was pushing, hitting, and telling everyone he didn't want to be at school.
Amir was exhausted. His family had just moved t...
by Dr. Jazmine β
Sep 22, 2025
emotional regulation
school issues
tantrums/aggression
transitions/routines
The Ultimate Back-to-School Guide: How to Set Your Child Up for Their Best School Year Yet
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As summer winds down and those back-to-school displays start appearing everywhere, I know what might be stirring in your heart.
While other guides focus on lunch boxes and supply lists, I want to talk about something deeper: The emotional landscape your child is navigating, and how you can be...
by Dr. Jazmine β
Jul 28, 2025
emotional regulation
school issues
shame/self-worth/confidence
transitions/routines