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AngerMy kids take everything so personal. How I do help them not to?

My kids take everything so personal. How I do help them not to?

Is your child easily hurt by comments or criticism? In this compassionate “Dear webe” column, discover how to help kids stop internalizing every remark. Using the “jacket” metaphor, you’ll learn pr...

webe together image. Mom helping child with a good but not great grade

My Kid Thinks They’re Only Good When They Achieve

When children tie their value to grades or perfection, it can break a parent’s heart. In this gentle guide, webe shares how to calm shame, nurture unconditional love, and remind kids that they are ...

AnxietyHow Do I Help My Child Drop the Guard and Just Feel Safe?

How Do I Help My Child Drop the Guard and Just Feel Safe?

“My 10-year-old always seems ‘on’—even when we’re just playing.” If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many kids live in a constant state of quiet performance, scanning for approval even in sa...

HealthWhen Every Day Feels Like a Blur

When Every Day Feels Like a Blur

When parenting feels like survival mode, it’s easy to drift into numbness—missing the moments that matter most. In this heartfelt letter, we explore how to gently return to connection, one small st...

AnxietyThe Missing Piece in Your Child’s Energy and Mood? It Might Be Connection

The Missing Piece in Your Child’s Energy and Mood? It Might Be Connection

Is Your Child's Blood Sugar Imbalance About More Than Food? Discover the Missing Link.Even with healthy meals and active routines, many parents notice their kids still struggle with energy crashes,...

SleepWhy My Kid Can’t Sleep (Even Though We Do Everything 'Right')

Why My Kid Can’t Sleep (Even Though We Do Everything 'Right')

Why My Kid Can’t Sleep (Even Though We Do Everything “Right”)You’ve checked all the boxes: no screens, calm music, a solid bedtime routine… and still, your child wakes up tired and irritable. What ...