by Cecilia Hilkey | parenting
My past month has been filled with a full rainbow of emotions. Heartbreak and hope, rage–and its softer cousin–sadness, as well as frustration, pride, grief, confusion, joy, and worry…. because of the fires and also because of what is happening in our family, our...read more
by Cecilia Hilkey | parenting
Why asking questions is one of the most important things we can do as parents My favorite way to have a conversation and connect with my kids and family is to ask questions. It may sound simple, but asking children the right questions not only opens up...read more
by Cecilia Hilkey | collaboration, parenting, professionals
Do you ever feel like you and your partner (or spouse) have opposite approaches when it comes to the way you parent? Like the way you handle things like schedules, expectations, and kids’ emotions are totally opposite of each other? Let’s say your child comes home...read more
by Cecilia Hilkey | parenting, resilience
How Do I Get My Child Back On Track? When kids are struggling with something or acting out, a lot of parents focus on the things that they want to get rid of (the negative influences of screens, peers, sugar, etc). Whether their child is repeatedly getting in trouble...read more
by Cecilia Hilkey | compassion, parenting, research
When most parents think of “secure attachment”, we focus on the connection between a parent (usually the mother) and a child. We recently had a conversation with Dr. Dan Siegel, and the way he described attachment blew our minds. He explained that, because humans have...read more
by Cecilia Hilkey | parenting
Parenting can often feel like uncharted territory, where each day presents new challenges and opportunities for growth. Just like gardening, nurturing our children requires patience, learning, and a generous dose of self-compassion. Introducing Yacón: A Lesson in...read more
