by Ari Yares | Dec 21, 2020 | Coronavirus Resources, The Innovative Dad Blog
It can be difficult in the best of years to weather the winter months and this year with its COVID-19 restrictions is going to be even harder. Join Dr. Ari Yares, psychologist and parent coach, to learn how to work through these challenges and emerge into the spring...
by Ari Yares | Dec 17, 2020 | The Innovative Dad Blog
Guest Post: From time to time, I share posts from colleagues and other contributors who have meaningful advice to pass on to parents and families. Please enjoy this post from Alexandra Eidens. A positive attitude is most of the hard work behind accomplishing big...
by Ari Yares | Dec 9, 2020 | Mindfulness, Parenting Strategies to Kid Habits
It’s cold outside and time to start thinking of warm drinks and sitting by the fire. While you are sipping your hot chocolate, take a moment to use it to practice breathing calming and pushing the holiday stress away. Watch this video to learn how you and your...
by Ari Yares | Nov 24, 2020 | Coronavirus Resources, The Innovative Dad Blog
Holidays can be stressful and anxiety-provoking. 2020 will be no exception and with the challenges of COVID-19, probably even more stressful. Watch as Dr. Ari Yares shares ideas on how to create a healthier holiday experience for you and your family with just a little...
by Ari Yares | Jul 29, 2020 | Anxiety, Coronavirus Resources, The Innovative Dad Blog
This presentation was hosted by the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington at the start of the stay-at-home order in the DC metropolitan area. You can watch the video on the Federation website. Share this: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook...
by Ari Yares | Jul 24, 2020 | Coronavirus Resources, The Innovative Dad Blog
School districts are announcing their plans for the upcoming school year. Unlike the end of the prior school year, we’ve had time to think about how remote learning will impact kids, particularly those receiving special education services. Share this: Click to...
by Ari Yares | Jul 22, 2020 | The Innovative Dad Blog
How we see the world, think about our surroundings, or view ourselves can make us interpret and see the world in a certain way. Some of these work really well. Others make us fall into thinking traps that push us towards non-rational thoughts and make us fall into the...
by Ari Yares | Jul 8, 2020 | Coronavirus Resources, The Innovative Dad Blog
It’s been exhausting staying at home with our kids. Juggling work, distance learning, and keeping a household together has stressed everyone. How we approach this challenge and how we encourage our children to continue to thrive requires shifting to a growth...
by Ari Yares | Jul 8, 2020 | Parenting Strategies to Kid Habits, The Innovative Dad Blog
Sleep is so important, yet, we often neglect it. As parents, we also frequently set a bad example for sleep habits for our kids, yet we wonder why they have problems sleeping. Here are a few strategies that could improve sleeping for the whole family. More Resources...
by Ari Yares | Jul 8, 2020 | Coronavirus Resources, The Innovative Dad Blog
One of the challenges of re-opening is the requirement that face masks be worn in a variety of settings. Sending kids out in masks is going to be more complicated than getting them to put on sunscreen or wear a hat. Share this: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new...
