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Finding Playfulness When Every Parenting Moment Feels High-Stakes

Finding Playfulness When Every Parenting Moment Feels High-Stakes

Finding Playfulness When Every Parenting Moment Feels High-StakesDr. Marissa Caudill
Published on: 11/03/2026

Dr. Marissa Caudill shares how embracing playfulness can transform stressful parenting moments. Learn to balance compassion with joy in everyday family life.

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The Invitation for Parental Self-Reflection When Pre-Teen Behavior Challenges Us

The Invitation for Parental Self-Reflection When Pre-Teen Behavior Challenges Us

The Invitation for Parental Self-Reflection When Pre-Teen Behavior Challenges UsDr. Marissa Caudill
Published on: 11/03/2026

Struggling with your pre-teen's eye-rolls and outbursts? Child psychiatrist Dr. Marissa Caudill explains why self-reflection is key to reconnecting.

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A Parent's Guide to Understanding, Not Just Stopping, Anger

A Parent's Guide to Understanding, Not Just Stopping, Anger

A Parent's Guide to Understanding, Not Just Stopping, AngerDr. Marissa Caudill
Published on: 10/27/2026

Learn how to calm your child's anger by shifting from control to connection. Dr. Marissa Caudill shares child psychiatry insights for understanding big emotions.

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How to Tell Your Child the Family Pet Has Died (Without Adding Fear)

How to Tell Your Child the Family Pet Has Died (Without Adding Fear)

How to Tell Your Child the Family Pet Has Died (Without Adding Fear)Dr. Marissa Caudill
Published on: 10/20/2026

Child psychiatrist Dr. Marissa Caudill shares expert advice on how to talk to kids about pet loss without adding fear, based on her own family's experience.

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