Dr. Azine Graff

Dr. Azine Graff is a Clinical Psychologist and Co-Founder of Harmony in Parenting, which is based in Los Angeles and offers groups, classes, therapy and consultation services informed by the latest research on child development.

Parenting

Why you need to hug your kids when they’re being ‘the worst’

You are actually helping them calm down so that they can hear you better.

Child Learn & Play

The life-changing benefits of doing ‘nothing’ with your children

Notice how easily smiles and laughter will follow.

Relationships

The mental load of motherhood: 6 new ways to share parenting duties with your partner

Create a life where you are working with your partner instead of feeling the weight of doing everything.

Child

8 phrases kids say that are code for ‘I’m anxious’

Children with anxiety may make statements that are code for something else.

Parenting

13 phrases to build your child’s emotional intelligence

“I wonder if you are feeling really angry.”

Parenting

How to have a stress-free pediatrician appointment with your kids

Social share message: What to do before, during + after your next visit with the doctor

Parenting

How to parent with more empathy + grace

Empathy was the key to keeping myself calm.

Child

Trust is the key to a secure bond with your child

I choose trust over all else.

Parenting

How to teach your toddler empathy

As parents, we have the opportunity to help our children begin building the skill from a very young age.

Marriage & Partnerships

Guide your children with these 10 healthy marriage habits

Role modeling is one of the most powerful tools you have in guiding your child.

Parenting

Is that normal? How to stop worrying about baby milestones

On the road of parenthood, there will be many twists and turns. Embrace it—for your child’s benefit and yours, mama.

Parenting

Now is always the best time to be with my child

Wiser words have never been spoken, mama.