Erin Leyba, LCSW, PhD

Erin Leyba, LCSW, PhD is an individual and marriage counselor in Chicago's western suburbs. www.erinleyba.com. She is the author of Joy Fixes for Weary Parents: 101 Quick, Research-Based Ideas for Overcoming Stress - and Building a Life You Love (New World Library). Join her on Facebook or Instagram or sign up at www.erinleyba.com to get free articles on parenting with mindfulness and joy.

Health & Wellness

It’s Science: sending a loving text can help keep your marriage strong

“You’re so hot. I love your smile.”

Parenting

The easiest way to bond with your kids? Take a walk

We love when science and fun come together.

Life

9 simple ways to maintain friendships—even when #momlife gets crazy

The science behind friendship is eye-opening!

Child

10 times your kid’s ‘bad behavior’ isn’t actually bad

When your child cuts his own hair or makes a fort with freshly washed sheets, he's doing exactly what he's are supposed to be doing.

Life

Do you miss your husband? Tiny actions can make a huge difference in boosting your bond

Did you know that using text messages to express affection creates a stronger partner attachment?

Life

25 self-care ideas for exhausted parents

Think of one activity you could cut out of your schedule. Then actually cut it out of your schedule.