“Dr. Pearlman’s book offers parenting advice that is effective in every situation. Chock-full of practical applications, this book will help you ease out of those challenging situations every parent faces.”
—Dr. Shefali Tsabary
Catherine Pearlman, PHD, LCSW
Fortunately
Fortunately, my daughter finally learned to hold her own sippy cup. Unfortunately, my milk dried up. Fortunately, my son started to walk then run. Unfortunately, now he runs away from me every chance he gets. Fortunately, I’m soaking up my son snuggling quietly on my...
I’m Sick of Jade Eggs, Juice Cleanses, Essential Oils and Honest/Organic Everything
It would be difficult to find a human being out there who wouldn’t support offering modern mothers an opportunity for a little self-care. There’s nothing wrong with a mani-pedi or a mid-afternoon coffee with friends. I can’t quarrel with a girls’ weekend away or a...
Everything You Wanted to Know About Kidney Donation But Were Afraid To Ask
A few weeks ago, I donated my kidney to a man named Eli Valdez. Until our surgery date, we’d never met. I learned of his need when I saw a flyer posted in Starbucks. I wrote about the experience here and my husband’s perspective is here. It was an emotional, painful...
An Uncooperative Bar Mitzvah Boy and a Budding Rapper for 05/12/2018
An Uncooperative Bar Mitzvah Boy and a Budding Rapper for 05/12/2018 Dear Family Coach Dear Family Coach: My son is scheduled to have his bar mitzvah next year, and it's a very important event for our family. Unfortunately, he doesn't see it that...
An Uncooperative Bar Mitzvah Boy and a Budding Rapper for 05/12/2018
An Uncooperative Bar Mitzvah Boy and a Budding Rapper for 05/12/2018 Dear Family Coach Dear Family Coach: My son is scheduled to have his bar mitzvah next year, and it's a very important event for our family. Unfortunately, he doesn't see it that...
Promiscuous Neighbors and Occasional Formula Feeding for 05/05/2018
Promiscuous Neighbors and Occasional Formula Feeding for 05/05/2018 Dear Family Coach Dear Family Coach: My next-door neighbor is a single mom who works long hours. Her 13- and 15-year-old daughters are often alone. They are good kids. But I see...
As Seen On:
