by Chris Jones | Jan 28, 2024 | Mental Health, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips
The Power of Connection We raise our children to prepare them to ultimately stand on their own. But we also want them to understand that independent people often choose to share their lives with others. They make their own decisions and know that others’ ideas can...
by Chris Jones | Jan 28, 2024 | Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips, Raising Boys, Raising Girls, Toddlers
Let’s face it: All children and parents struggle with communication at some point. Some kids seem to have an almost infinite capacity to express their needs, share their experiences, and respond to those around them. Their behaviors and ways of relating and...
by Chris Jones | Dec 27, 2023 | Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips
This year we challenge you to try something different. Instead of making New Year’s resolutions, make some New Year’s NON-resolutions! Here are five ideas that release you from the stress and struggle of trying to become the perfect parent. I will NOT feel...
by Chris Jones | Dec 15, 2023 | Discipline & Behavior, Media Safety, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips
If it hasn’t happened already—then at some point in the not-too-distant future—your family will be faced with the question of whether to allow your child to have a smart phone. Middle schoolers argue that “everyone else has one,” while parents grow...
by Chris Jones | Dec 10, 2023 | Leisure & Vacation, Parenting Tips
For many of us, the holidays cause frenzy and stress. We spend too much money. We schedule too many activities. We waste hours in crowded stores. Why? Because we somehow got the idea that we have to give our families a “perfect” holiday—which, ironically, can come at...
by Chris Jones | Nov 20, 2023 | Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips
The Winter holiday break is upon us, and for many families that can mean fun, relaxation, time with beloved family and friends, but also stress, anxiety, pressure, disappointment, and irritable and exhausted kids! Holiday break time often brings out the best—and the...
by Chris Jones | Oct 10, 2023 | Choosing Schools
Learn more about Parents Place and browse 2023 – 2024 school year information from more than 40 Bay Area peninsula-region private elementary schools.
by Chris Jones | Oct 8, 2023 | Israel, Jewish, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips
There is no doubt that the horrifying and violent attacks in Israel have escalated our fears. It is normal for all of us—including children—to experience anxiety, anger, and confusion in its aftermath and to worry about antisemitism in our own communities....
by Chris Jones | Aug 17, 2023 | Education, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips
Some parents dread the start of the school year, having enjoyed lazy mornings and extra snuggle and play time with their children. Others of us jump for joy knowing our kids will be back in their routine and we have a nine-month hiatus from arranging camps and...
by Chris Jones | Mar 20, 2023 | Media Safety, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips
Social media: the phrase that can strike fear, anxiety, and concern in many a parent’s heart. And that’s no surprise. With new games, platforms and apps constantly coming out, the media landscape is constantly shifting, making it nearly impossible to stay on top of....
