Important Tips for Successful Single Parenting

General, Parenting

Raising kids is one of the toughest jobs in the entire world. It’s even harder when you have to do it alone. No one can tell you the best way to raise your children – after all you know your kids better than anyone. However, there are some tips you may be able...

Mood Journaling Apps for Teens

General, Parenting

The hormonal imbalances and the challenges that teens face today, can trigger a variety of moods. For some teens, the complications of daily life can become overwhelming can lead to deep depression. For others, the personalities encountered amongst peers and teachers...

Dr. Hammond signs books at Bow Ties & Clutches event to benefit Joshua House

General, Giving back to the community, Updates and news

On December 3, 2016, Dr. Hammond was delighted to sign copies of her new book, The Practical Guide to Raising Emotionally Healthy Children, with a portion of the proceeds to benefit Joshua House.  Joshua House is a residential facility dedicated to helping children...

Tips for Traveling with Kids for the Holidays

General, Parenting

Traveling with children for the holidays creates a wonderful opportunity to bond, and develop fabulous memories for all to enjoy for years to come. Still, it’s not secret that it can also be a stressful time for everyone involved. With this in mind, it seemed...

Dr. Nekeshia Hammond – keynote speaker at mental health event

Education and learning, General, Giving back to the community, Parenting, Updates and news

Dr. Hammond had the pleasure of presenting the keynote speech at the October 27, 2016 mental health event presented by Sanctuary House, Mental Health Association in Greensboro, NAMI Guilford, and Greensboro Day School.  The event was held in Greensboro, North...

Get Your Children Moving All Year Long

General, Parenting, Wellness

Want to know an unfortunate truth? Physical education in the United States is on the decline, and obesity is on the rise. More than 17% of young adults aged 12 to 19 years are overweight.* When you consider the fact that physical fitness is confined to one 40 minute...