The MicroStep Minute

Parent Resources

Improve your parenting in just a few minutes with easy action steps backed by brain science and simplified for busy parents.

Breaking the Judgment Cycle

Breaking the Judgment Cycle

In tough moments, it’s easy to judge our child’s emotions instead of accepting them. But judgment shuts kids down—while curiosity and compassion help them feel seen, safe, and truly loved. This post explores how shifting from correction to connection builds emotional resilience and trust, even in the messiest moments.

Read More
Reflections on the U.S. Surgeon General’s Report Parenting Under Pressure

Reflections on the U.S. Surgeon General’s Report Parenting Under Pressure

Parenting today is harder than ever—and the U.S. Surgeon General’s report confirms it. This post reflects on the rising stress parents face and offers a powerful reminder: you don’t have to do more, you just have to feel less alone. Small moments of connection and support matter more than we think.

Read More