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Sample Schedule for Home School during COVID-19
The Sample Schedule table is at the bottom. This is just an example to be used as a reference, not a definitive guide. Kids thrive on routine and structure! Children need predictability to feel safe and in control during what can be (especially now) a chaotic world....
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Chicago North Shore Mom network features – Dr. Leigh Weisz and Coping Partners
Leigh Weisz is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist at a group practice called Coping Partners, which she started 7.5 years ago when she was 8 months pregnant! Get to know Leigh who talks about her favorite mom hacks and gives stellar advice to families, including why you...
read moreLove your Children More than you Hate your Spouse
This article was a featured guest article on The Lilac Tree - Divorce Resources for Women About the Author: Dr. Leigh Neiman Weisz, PsyD, is the founder of a group practice in Northbrook, IL called Coping Partners / Children Coping Clinic. (www.CopingPartners.com) She...
read moreBooks That Help Elementary School Kids Cope With Divorce
Kara Kangaroo’s Candy: A Story to Help Children Cope with Divorce was featured in an article on ESME by Jackie Pilossoph. For full article go here
read moreEffectively Handling Anger with Your Teenage Son
EFFECTIVELY HANDLING ANGER WITH YOUR TEENAGE SON The teenage years are difficult for both parents and their teens. Teenagers go through a bunch of different changes, emotionally and physically, and it is hard for parents to grasp how to deal with those changes....
read moreWARNING: Teenage Boys Fly Under the Radar
WARNING: TEENAGE BOYS FLY UNDER THE RADAR It’s no secret that teenage boys can be emotionally withdrawn. When you try to have a conversation with them, even if it’s about something simple like their day at school, it can feel like pulling teeth. Parents...
read moreThe Inevitable Sibling Rivalry
The Inevitable Sibling Rivalry Is everything in your house a competition? Are your children constantly trying to outdo one another? Sibling rivalry is a very normal thing amongst siblings, but its painful for parents nonetheless! Sibling rivalry is...
read moreTo Give or Not to Give-How to Teach Children About Money
To Give or Not to Give-How to Teach Children About $ Allowance is apart of life that every parent must deal with at some point in his or her child’s life. When you get to that point in your child’s life and you find yourself wondering if you are helping or hurting...
read moreMy Child Puts Up a Fight About Going to School Every Morning–Help!
My Child Puts Up a Fight About Going to School Every Morning--Help! Are you pulling your hair out because your child refuses to go to school every morning? For some parents, getting their child off to school every morning is really a struggle. A great way to...
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We wanted to let you know about the updated Privacy Notice. It can be found at www.copingpartners.com/privacynotice thanks! Coping Partners Team
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