Parenting Resources
Evidence-informed help, organized by what you're facing
Every guide here is written by Britney Duner, LCSW, a child and family therapist, and grounded in child development research. Pick the topic that matches your hardest moment right now. Everything is educational, never a substitute for individualized care.
Created by Britney Duner, LCSW — a licensed child and family therapist
All guides
Start with whatever is hardest today.
How to Handle Toddler Tantrums
A therapist-informed guide to handling toddler tantrums without shame, threats, or bribes. Learn what to say, what to avoid, and how to shorten the storm.
Read the guideHow to Stop Yelling at Your Kids
Yelling is usually a stressed nervous system, not a character flaw. Learn a 90-second reset, a parent pause script, and how to repair after you lose it.
Read the guideChildhood Anxiety Symptoms Checklist
A practical checklist for parents worried about childhood anxiety. Learn what typical worry looks like, when it crosses into anxiety, and what helps.
Read the guideHow to Help Kids With School Anxiety
School anxiety can look like stomachaches, refusal, or meltdowns. Learn how to validate, bridge, and help your child build confidence without forcing or rescuing.
Read the guideADHD Parenting Tips
Practical ADHD parenting tips for executive function, transitions, homework, and emotional regulation — built on a brain-based, relationship-first approach.
Read the guideHow to Help Kids With Anxiety
A comprehensive, therapist-informed guide to helping anxious children. Understand the anxiety cycle, avoid common traps, and build brave-step skills together.
Read the guideWhat to Do When Your Child Says I Hate You
When a child says 'I hate you,' they are usually flooded, not factual. Learn what to say, what to avoid, and how to repair the rupture without shame.
Read the guideSensory Meltdown vs. Tantrum
Sensory meltdowns and tantrums look similar but need different responses. Learn how to tell them apart and how to help your child recover.
Read the guideA 90-Second Reset for Parents
A quick, evidence-informed reset for parents in the moment before yelling. Use it at the sink, the doorway, or the car.
Read the guideHow to Set Limits Without Punishment
Hold boundaries warmly without shame, threats, or taking away love. Learn the connection-first approach to limits that actually stick.
Read the guideHow to Connect With Your Child Every Day
Connection does not require hours of free time. Learn small, repeatable daily rituals that build a strong parent-child relationship in minutes.
Read the guideWhy Kids Misbehave: What Behavior Is Really Telling You
Behavior is communication. Learn the common needs behind challenging behavior and how to respond to the need, not just the moment.
Read the guideIEP vs. 504 Plan: A Parent's Guide to School Support
What is the difference between an IEP and a 504 plan? A plain-language guide to school evaluations, eligibility, and how to advocate for your child.
Read the guideHow to Talk to Your Teen So They Actually Talk Back
Teens pull away as they grow, but the relationship still matters most. Learn how to keep communication open without interrogating, lecturing, or giving up.
Read the guideRebuilding Connection After a Hard Season
Every parent-child relationship goes through hard seasons. Learn how repair works, why it is never too late, and small steps that rebuild trust.
Read the guideAbout the author
Written by Britney Duner, LCSW
Child and family therapist, PCIT clinician, and parent educator. Learn more about her background and approach.