Ask Yesenia

Parenting During Uncertain Times by Yesenia Gomez-Carrillo So much has happened this year already – how is it already March, and yet, how is it only just March? The news […]

by Yesenia Gomez-Carrillo Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and I love that we have a holiday dedicated to showing people we care about how much we love and cherish them! […]

Dear parents, foster parents, grandparents, relative caregivers, and other adults raising children and teens, We’re celebrating YOU in January 2025! For the 13th year in a row the County Board [...]

by Yesenia Gomez-Carrillo At times, life can feel heavy—whether it’s the weight of things happening in the world beyond our control, the stress of work and family responsibilities, or just [...]

by Yesenia Gomez-Carrillo  I love this time of year, filled with joy, cherished traditions, gratitude – and let’s not forget those wonderfully cozy moments. The holidays often encourage us [...]

By Yesenia Gomez-Carrillo Isn’t sleep just the best? I definitely love it! As a parent, though, you quickly learn that the blissful slumber you once took for granted becomes a […]

As summer is coming to a close and the new school year is soon approaching, Yesenia suggests embracing the back-to-school transition. by Yesenia Gomez-Carrillo, Triple P Program Manager Summer is [...]

Ask Yesenia: Fun in the Sun: Making the Most of Summer Schedules! By Yesenia Gomez-Carrillo With the arrival of Summer, my hope is to be intentional in creating memories with […]

by Yesenia Gomez-Carrillo As a parent of a 2-year-old, I see her proudly enter the toddler stage, as she begins to explore the world around her, and become more independent […]

by Yesenia Gomez-Carrillo and Nicole M. Young, MSW My kids were 5- and 9-years old when I began managing the Triple P – Positive Parenting Program in 2009. Now they’re […]