Tara O'Brien
Tara knew being a mom would change her life forever. And, just a few years into being a mom, she realized that she was a hot mess (or a spicy disaster). Her go-to tactic of ‘do more’ left her exhausted and disappointed. Tara knew she had to find a way out of the fear, doubt, and overwhelm inherent in raising children, especially children with ADHD, anxiety, and gifted diagnoses. Thankfully, she did, and she’s dedicated to sharing her methodology with other moms who are raising spirited kids. Even though things feel broken, her approach isn’t about “fixing” mom or child. For more information about her approach, coaching programs, or to schedule an initial conversation, check her out at www.dramafreeadhd or follow her on Facebook and Instagram.
Teens and The Current Political Climate
The current political climate is highly polarized and political conversations may be tense between you and your teenager. Some teens might feel pressure to adopt the view of their parents. Other teens might not...
Inside Summer
One of the best ways to spend a Phoenix summer is to hunker down, close the shades, and get caught up on all the shows you haven’t seen because you were outside playing. While...
Summer Self Care
Summer can be a challenging time for moms. While we’re excited to have a break from the routine and demands of school, summer means the usual routines are disrupted. This can increase the demands...
Celebrate Dad without Maxing-out Mom
May is often a busy month for moms. If you have school-aged children, May is filled with end-of-year assignments, performances, sports, and teacher appreciation celebrations. Add to that researching, planning, and signing up for...
April is Autism Acceptance Month
April is a month of significance for millions of individuals and families around the globe as it marks Autism Acceptance Month. Society today has a greater awareness of autism. However, those living with autism...
Enjoy Our Desert: National Take A Walk in the Park Day
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it's easy to forget the simple joys that nature offers. Yet, amidst the concrete jungles and the constant hum of technology, there exists an oasis of...
Connect With Your Teen Through Music
As a parent, you've probably experienced the baffling look on your teenager's face when you start singing the music that played during your own teenage years. Especially when you start singing along with the...
The Nuance of Swearing
Swearing: whether it is an under-the-breath utterance or a bold and clear f-bomb, swearing has an interesting place in the life of an adolescent. Swearing is another one of those behaviors that is often...
Unique Gift Experiences for Moms
Answering the question - “what do you want as a gift?” during the December holidays can be tricky, especially since moms are often the point person for purchasing gifts for others - their children,...
Easy Way to Regain Your Color
Flamingo parents lose their pink color as they feed and care for their chicks and regain their color when their chicks become independent. Thankfully, we don’t have to wait until our kids are eighteen...
Fall Becoming Too Much?
Are you someone who isn’t excited about the ‘Fall Y’all’ Season? The swim clothes and summer toys are barely put away (or even still in use) and the stores are filled with pumpkin spice...
Could Tantrums Actually Be Good?
As moms, few events are as exasperating and draining, let alone baffling, as tantrums and meltdowns. They seem to happen at the least opportune time, and society tells us that these emotional outbursts are...
Back to School: Icebreakers Anxiety
Icebreakers and getting-to-know-you games are going to be a major part of the first week of school. For some kids, this is the worst part of going back to school (this and all the...
Why “Best” Isn’t Always the Best
In our society, the word "best" is often thrown around casually. From product reviews to personal preferences, we're constantly bombarded with claims of what is the "best" option. And, this makes sense - we...
Summer Stress on Moms
Summer can be a major source of stress for Moms. While we’re bombarded with images of family vacations, lazy days, fresh fruit, and happy smiles on TV and social media, the reality may be...
Keep Mother’s Day Green and Stress Free with Houseplants
Mother's Day gifts can often cause a lot of stress both for you as the receiver and the giver. There is one gift that keeps on giving- houseplants. Houseplants are a great way to...
The Power of White Space in Your Calendar
Being busy is often a badge of honor, and one we equate with being successful. Demands on our time never stop. Our schedules are full of meetings, appointments, and tasks, leaving little room for...
What To Do When They Stop Believing
March and April give us two more opportunities to celebrate with our kids: St. Patrick’s Day and Easter. Along with the joy these celebrations can bring, there’s also the chance that your child may...
Make Plans to Goof Off
Did you know that National Goof Off Day is celebrated on March 22nd every year? It’s not like we need an excuse to be fun and playful, but if it’s been a while, March...
What To Do About ChatGPT
ChapGPT has caught the attention of the world. Schools are freaking out, standard industry is figuring out how to pivot, and entrepreneurs have already integrated it into their businesses. So, as parents, what should...
New Year’s Resolutions Already Broken?
January 13 was Friday the 13th but it’s also known as Quitter’s Day. The second Friday in January is the most likely day for people to give up on their New Year’s resolutions. Funny....
What To Do If Your Kid Hates School
My kid hates school and the best thing I ever did was stop trying to change his mind. I stopped trying to convince him that school was great or had value… and I started...
Gratitude Guilt
The Thanksgiving and December holidays are supposed to be the season of gratitude. Which is lovely, unless it makes you feel stressed and guilty. For many of us, the next couple of months are...
After School Meltdowns Driving You Crazy?
Does it ever feel unfair that you drop off a smiling kid at school and pick up a hot mess? That school gets the “best” of your kid. The hope of a child skipping...
School Is Not the Best Place to Make Friends
But school is where all the kids are, right? It’s what movies, social media, and perhaps even your own experience has convinced adults, that your child will find their BFF at school. In fact,...