The Psychology of Parenting Seriez

Welcome to a new seriez of insightful columns coming to KidzAustin.com. The Psychology of Parenting Seriez brings the views and prospectives of local mom and licensed psychologist, Kavita Murthy, Ph.D. to our visitors. Each column will provide parents a professional opinion and advice balanced with real-life experiences from right here in your hometown.

Real Advice for Parents-To-Be: It’s not all about the Baby!
October 2008

I just returned last week from visiting my sister who will be expecting her first child in November. She is practically glowing with anticipation as she makes her checklists and prepares for the “big day.” We talked incessantly about the day of the birth and all the options she has as a new mother. As we were purchasing items she might need in those first few months, I started thinking of all the birthing classes I took . . .

How Much is Too Much? Extra-Curricular Activities for your Child
September 2008

Back to School Jitters? Helping yourself means helping your child
August 2008

My last child will be starting Kindergarten this year and as usual I am filled with a mixture of excitement and fear.   I assumed that since I have done this before, I would be able to handle this.  I assumed since I am a psychologist, I would know what to expect, and be able to manage.  Instead, I find myself consumed with thoughts about my own performance as a parent.  It seems that no matter how much you mentally prepare yourself, it can be difficult to quiet the voices in your head . . . 

Kavita Murthy, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist in private practice in Austin.

To learn more you can visit www.kavitaphd.com.