A free parenting email series to help your children be strong, confident, and proud of their individuality.
Are you uncertain whether your child will be honest with you about the challenges in her life?
Do you worry that she'll follow the crowd, or shrink on the side when it's time to shine?
Do you worry that she'll follow the crowd, or shrink on the side when it's time to shine?
Do you worry that she'll start to dislike her appearance or feel inadequate?
Are you nervous about how social media will impact her life?
Are you nervous about how social media will impact her life?
Gender norms start early. Girls receive messages very young that boys are smarter and better leaders.
As young as 6 years old, girls think that boys are "more brilliant" than they are.
This can impact her confidence, and her beliefs about her skills and potential. She might not try new activities or volunteer in class. She might not run for student council because she doesn't think people value her opinion.
Maybe she's afraid of not winning. Or thinks she's just not a leader.
But you know that's not true.
As young as 6 years old, girls think that boys are "more brilliant" than they are.
This can impact her confidence, and her beliefs about her skills and potential. She might not try new activities or volunteer in class. She might not run for student council because she doesn't think people value her opinion.
Maybe she's afraid of not winning. Or thinks she's just not a leader.
But you know that's not true.
With the right kind of support, you KNOW she can conquer challenges and be an inspiring leader.
But how do you tackle big topics like authenticity, gender stereotypes, and body image? It can be overwhelming.
And you worry about finding the right words.
Plus... it's often a struggle just to make sure they have shoes that fit and their homework is done.
Between school and work and parenting and activities and maintaining a household, when do you fit it all in?
But how do you tackle big topics like authenticity, gender stereotypes, and body image? It can be overwhelming.
And you worry about finding the right words.
Plus... it's often a struggle just to make sure they have shoes that fit and their homework is done.
Between school and work and parenting and activities and maintaining a household, when do you fit it all in?
Your daughter's confidence starts with you.
Do you have the right words to tackle tough media images?
Do you have specific strategies to foster an honest and trusting relationship with her?
Are you aware of how you talk about yourself and other women?
How do you view failure?
What tools do you have to motivate her without resorting to promises and bribes?
Are you petrified of the day she asks to have Instagram or Snapchat?
Believe me, you're not alone.
Parenting is tough stuff, and every day presents a new challenge.
Do you have the right words to tackle tough media images?
Do you have specific strategies to foster an honest and trusting relationship with her?
Are you aware of how you talk about yourself and other women?
How do you view failure?
What tools do you have to motivate her without resorting to promises and bribes?
Are you petrified of the day she asks to have Instagram or Snapchat?
Believe me, you're not alone.
Parenting is tough stuff, and every day presents a new challenge.
Here's the good news...
you're on the right track!
You've already taught her how to flex her muscles.
You've already given her books about strong women.
You've told her she can do anything she wants to do.
But what's next?
Now's the time to uplevel your parenting game even more.
you're on the right track!
You've already taught her how to flex her muscles.
You've already given her books about strong women.
You've told her she can do anything she wants to do.
But what's next?
Now's the time to uplevel your parenting game even more.
With this 5-day
email series,
you'll get
tips for:
email series,
you'll get
tips for:
1. How to create an
honest and
trusting
environment
honest and
trusting
environment
2. How to build
her confidence
and
authenticity
her confidence
and
authenticity
3. How to foster positive
body image
body image
4. How to navigate
media early
and often
media early
and often
5. How to help her be a leader: the power of advocacy and collective action
The Authors (and Sisters)
Catherine first became passionate about the impact of gender roles on children in college as a Women's Studies minor, when she wrote a paper about the stereotypes of Halloween costumes. A former lawyer,she works at a nonprofit organization that empowers and advocates for women and girls through direct service and policy advocacy on topics such as sexual harassment, pay equity, and paid family and medical leave. Over the years, she has volunteered with several programs to promote the development and leadership of girls, including Strong Women Strong Girls.
As the parent of a young girl, she founded Think or Blue in response to pervasive societal gender stereotypes, to give children the freedom to embrace their individuality and give them a rainbow of options in a pink and blue world.
As the parent of a young girl, she founded Think or Blue in response to pervasive societal gender stereotypes, to give children the freedom to embrace their individuality and give them a rainbow of options in a pink and blue world.
Jackie is a parent and social worker who believes strongly that the parent-child relationship is the most important and influential relationship in a person's life. Her passion is to help support others in their own parent-child journey. Jackie lives in Hartford, CT with her husband Steve and thirteen-year-old twins Julia and Jack. Due to her son's Autism diagnosis at the age of two, Jackie founded Autism Families CONNECTicut along with her mother and sister in 2010. She now works as the Director of Programming which allows Jackie to connect with the autism community and create meaningful recreational programming.
A Connecticut native, she earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Social Work from Providence College in Providence, RI and a Masters in Social Work from Boston University. Jackie’s work experience includes therapeutic and case management services with elders, children, adolescents, and families within group home, school, and home settings.
A Connecticut native, she earned her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Social Work from Providence College in Providence, RI and a Masters in Social Work from Boston University. Jackie’s work experience includes therapeutic and case management services with elders, children, adolescents, and families within group home, school, and home settings.
Please note: All material provided is for informational and educational purposes only, and should not be construed as psychological or medical advice or instruction. No action should be taken solely on the contents of this publication. Consult your physician or a qualified health professional on any matters regarding your or your child's health and wellbeing or on any opinions expressed.