Inside The Playbook
By Dr. Lisa Petit
The Power of Gratitude: Strengthening Mental Health Through Thankfulness
Practicing gratitude isn’t just a feel-good habit — it’s a powerful mental health tool. When we intentionally notice what’s going well, the brain shifts away from stress and toward stability, hope, and emotional balance. Research shows gratitude lowers cortisol, boosts serotonin and dopamine, strengthens relationships, improves sleep, and builds resilience during hard seasons. As described in the full article, simple daily practices — like journaling, pausing to appreciate small moments, or expressing thanks to others — can make a meaningful difference. This Thanksgiving and beyond, gratitude offers a grounded, steady path toward better well-being.
5 Steps for Effective Parenting (Without the Guilt)
In this blog post, we’ll go Inside the Playbook to share 5 simple steps for calmer, more effective parenting—without yelling, guilt, or constant power struggles.
Top 5 Tips For New Parents
In this blog post, we’ll go Inside the Playbook to share the Top 5 Tips for New Parents, practical, real-world strategies to help you feel confident, capable, and ready for the parenting journey.
Have Screens Taken Over Your Summer?
In this blog post, we’ll go Inside the Playbook to explore the Screen S.M.A.R.T. Summer Bundle, a pediatrician-designed toolkit to help parents manage screen time without daily power struggles.

