Many people will be gathering for the first time in almost two years. This will bring on stress and anxiety for some as they navigate vaccine status, politics and the general strains of gathering family from near and far.
How can parents manage their own anxiety so that kids have happy memories?
Getting ready for holiday gatherings involves more than just the preparation of a veritable feast. It requires preparation of family dynamics, and this year in particular, preparing ourselves and our children who have not been together in a couple of years. Some of our youngest may never have met the family members who will be descending upon them en masse.
Preparation is the key — not only for yourself but for your kids as well. Read Dr. Housman's wise advice for us all this season, and every season...
