These short videos explore ways to foster family connection and support kids through social struggles. For additional videos and resources specific to Jessica’s books, please visit:
- Videos and Resources for BFF or NRF (Not Really Friends)? A Girls Guide to Happy Friendships
- Videos and Resources for Middle School – Safety Goggles Advised
- Videos and Resources for The Phone Book
Video Resources for Parents and Caregivers
NBC Boston – Tech Tips for Families
This interview explores tips for setting boundaries, educating kids, and modeling healthy screen habits. Full interview
Is it Rude, Mean or Bullying?
Do you and your kids understand the difference between mean and bullying behavior? Understanding the difference helps kids know how to navigate each situation. Full blog post
Do You Know This Teen Slang?
Slang is continually evolving, making it difficult for adults to keep up. Do you understand these phrases? Full blog post
3 Phrases to Foster Connection
These simple phrases foster connection and help our loved ones feel seen and heard. Full blog post
5 Ways to Connect With Your Family Today
As our kids grow, there are fewer moments to connect, so it’s even more important to be present. Luckily, each day brings a new opportunity to practice. Full blog post
Ways to Guide Kids Through Friendship Struggles
As parents, it’s hard to see our kids struggle. But often, our efforts only make US feel better. And we miss the opportunity to help our kids navigate their emotions, feel heard, and develop healthy relational skills. Full blog post
The Friendship Pyramid
The Friendship Pyramid is a framework kids and families can use to better understand and navigate their social worlds. Full blog post
The Gift of Deep Listening
It’s easy to fall into advice or fix-it mode with our kids, instead of deeply listening. But, often, the best way to help others grow is simply to listen. Full blog post
3 Steps to Navigate Family Conflict More Peacefully
When practiced regularly, these three steps will transform arguments in your home. Full blog post
The Surprising Benefits of Family Dinner
Studies find that family dinner offers benefits such as increased academic performance, lower obesity rates, improved well-being, and more. Full blog post
5 Steps to Healthy Communication
Healthy communication happens when two people or a group have a discussion and feel heard and respected. Full blog post
3 Phrases to Avoid If You Want to Connect With Your Kids
Words matter. This post shares parent phrases to avoid and what to say instead to connect and foster well-being in kids and teens. Full blog post
Fitting-In Vs. Belonging at School…and Home
I’ve asked over 100 tweens and teens what should be included in my next book, and the responses have been powerful. Full blog post
4 Key Relationship Skills for Families
There’s scientific evidence that healthy relationships are foundational to a healthy life. Here are four relationship skills important for families. Full blog post
Parents: Understanding the Power of Our Words
In today’s world, it’s so easy to get caught up in “negativity bias,” the human tendency to pay much more attention to the bad things that happen. Full blog post
3 Ways to Cultivate a Respectful Home…and World
Cultivating a home filled with respect does not mean there is no conflict or hurt feelings. When things are hard, try to make sure everyone feels heard. Full blog post