Parents Have Feelings, Too: A Guide to Navigating Your Emotions So You And Your Family Can Thrive

Parents Have Feelings, Too is a practical guide that teaches parents how to understand and process their own emotions while developing emotional intelligence in their children. The book addresses the reality that 1 in 5 mothers experience anxiety or depression, and over 60% of parents struggle with burnout. Written by psychotherapists Hilary Jacobs Hendel and Juli Fraga, the book provides parents with practical tools and strategies to work with their emotions more effectively. It includes stories, examples, and exercises designed to build emotional confidence and skills in both parents and children. The guide focuses on breaking cycles of intergenerational trauma and helping parents raise emotionally healthier children who can regulate their emotions and navigate life's challenges. The book offers practical strategies for processing feelings, tools for building emotional know-how in children, and expert insights to support parents on their emotional journey. A 2026 Next Generation Indie Book Awards Winner in the Parenting/Family category.