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May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and while it’s a great time to reflect on our kids' well-being, it’s also a time to get real about what anxiety actually looks like. When you think of an anxious child, you may picture someone trembling or tearful. But in the thick of a busy morning, anxiety rarely looks that obvious. Often, it wears a mask looking more like a behavioral problem or a "difficult" personality trait than a plea for help.

Technology has become both a powerful tool and an early test of independence and impulse control. Our kids use it everyday to complete schoolwork, homework, and socialize. Read this month’s blog post by Caring Cove clinician, Dr. Erica Lee, for some practical and research-informed recommendations for healthy screen use and thoughtful parental monitoring.

Recognizing the early signs of developmental delays can make a meaningful difference in a child’s growth and success. In honor of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, this blog highlights key milestones to watch for, common early concerns, and where parents can turn for support. Read this month’s blog post by Caring Cove clinician, Dr. Leah Watson, to learn how early identification can open the door to helpful resources and set your child up to thrive.

This February, self-love is in the air! Parenting and caregiving can feel like a lot, and it’s easy to become your own toughest critic. In a world of constant comparisons and pressure to “get it right,” self-compassion offers a more sustainable way forward. Read this month’s blog post written by Caring Cove clinician, Dr. Katie Cornet, to explore what self-compassion really means, why it matters for both you and your children, and how it can help you respond to hard moments with kindness instead of self-blame.