Nadene van der Linden, Author at Her View From Home

Kids, School
August 7, 2018
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By Nadene van der Linden

I’m the Parent of a Last-Minute Kid

Last-minute kids: you know them, the ones who are never ready on time. I just have to brush my teeth,…

I’m Raising My Children in a Cradle of Love

Kids
August 2, 2018
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By Nadene van der Linden

I’m Raising My Children in a Cradle of Love

People sometimes ask what problem or diagnosis I find hardest to treat in my clinic. Is it depression, anxiety or…

Dear Husband, Our Fierce Love May Be Gone, But Something Beautiful Remains

Relationships
July 10, 2018
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4 Minute Read

By Nadene van der Linden

Dear Husband, Our Fierce Love May Be Gone, But Something Beautiful Remains

Dear Husband, We used to hike mountains together. Now the mountains we see are made of laundry. We used to…

Why Life With Teens and Tweens is So Exhausting

Kids
June 23, 2018
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5 Minute Read

By Nadene van der Linden

Why Life With Teens and Tweens is So Exhausting

It’s Saturday. I shouldn’t be so tired. I haven’t worked today. It’s the weekend. How can you be tired? my…

What Your Kids Might Really Mean When They Start Complaining To You, According To a Clinical Psychologist

Kids
June 8, 2018
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4 Minute Read

By Nadene van der Linden

What Your Kids Might Really Mean When They Start Complaining To You, According To a Clinical Psychologist

“Mom, can I make a confession?” I turned and looked my child in the eye. Wow, this was new. Was…

Are My Kids Missing Out On Fun Because I’m Introverted?

Kids
May 28, 2018
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4 Minute Read

By Nadene van der Linden

Are My Kids Missing Out On Fun Because I’m Introverted?

I often think my kids are missing out because I’m not an extrovert. As an extroverted introvert, meaning I love…

What To Do When The Mental Load of Motherhood Is Overwhelming

Health, Motherhood
May 19, 2018
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4 Minute Read

By Nadene van der Linden

What To Do When The Mental Load of Motherhood Is Overwhelming

I feel you in the dullness behind my eyes and in the heaviness of my arms and legs. I hear…

“It’s Good To Question Yourself” and Other Parenting Truths From a Clinical Psychologist

Health, Kids
May 14, 2018
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By Nadene van der Linden

“It’s Good To Question Yourself” and Other Parenting Truths From a Clinical Psychologist

Preparing for my daughter’s recent school camp was a time of excitement, list checking and shopping for items. Nerves about…

Mama Friend—It’s OK To Not Know What You’re Doing All the Time

Kids, Motherhood
May 4, 2018
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4 Minute Read

By Nadene van der Linden

Mama Friend—It’s OK To Not Know What You’re Doing All the Time

I’ve written before about my struggles of parenting. The mixed feelings of adoration, worry, exhaustion, frustration and resentment sprinkled with…

7 Signs You’re Parenting Right According to a Clinical Psychologist

Kids, Mental Health
April 16, 2018
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5 Minute Read

By Nadene van der Linden

7 Signs You’re Parenting Right According to a Clinical Psychologist

Parents often worry they are failing their kids. Modern parents hold themselves to higher standards as we guide our children…

50 Phrases to Raise a Happy, Confident Kid

Inspiration, Kids
April 8, 2018
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3 Minute Read

By Nadene van der Linden

50 Phrases to Raise a Happy, Confident Kid

Raising happy, confident kids is the goal of most parents. Some parents struggle to find ways to talk with their…