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.

Updated Jan. 20, 2023

Parenting, Child

Child Learn & Play

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

Notice how easily smiles and laughter will follow.

Updated Feb. 11, 2022

Child Learn & Play, Child, Parenting

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.

Updated Apr. 22, 2022

Relationships, Marriage & Partnerships

Child

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

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

Updated Jan. 26, 2022

Child, Children's Health, Health & Wellness, Mental Health, Parenting

Parenting

13 phrases to build your child’s emotional intelligence

“I wonder if you are feeling really angry.”

Updated Feb. 01, 2018

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

Updated Jan. 19, 2018

Parenting

How to parent with more empathy + grace

Empathy was the key to keeping myself calm.

Updated Jan. 11, 2018

Parenting

Child

Trust is the key to a secure bond with your child

I choose trust over all else.

Updated Jan. 09, 2018

Child, Parenting

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.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Parenting, Toddler, Toddler Learn & Play

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.

Updated Jan. 27, 2023

Marriage & Partnerships, Life, Relationships

baby smiling because its mother learned how to stop worrying about baby milestones

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.

Updated Jan. 17, 2023

Parenting, Baby, Baby Milestones

Parenting

Now is always the best time to be with my child

Wiser words have never been spoken, mama.

Updated Apr. 15, 2023

Parenting