How to Support Your Athlete Child Without Transferring Your Anxiety
Yelena Gidenko, PhDPublished on: 04/29/2026
Support your athlete without passing on anxiety using simple brain-based tools.
Sports Parenting + Brain Health
Yelena Gidenko, PhD
The Fear of Failure: How Parents Can Help Athletes Embrace Risk
Yelena Gidenko, PhDPublished on: 09/06/2025
Discover how fear of failure impacts young athletes and learn practical strategies parents can use to help kids embrace risk and build resilience.
Sports Parenting + Brain Health
The Coaching Parent Dilemma: When to Step Back and Let the Coach Coach
Yelena Gidenko, PhDPublished on: 08/27/2025
Learn when to step back and let the coach coach. Practical tips for parents on supporting young athletes without adding stress or confusion.
Sports Parenting + Brain Health
20 Questions Every Sports Parent Should Ask Themselves at Their Child's Game
Yelena Gidenko, PhDPublished on: 08/13/2025
Discover 20 powerful self-reflection questions every sports parent should ask during games to support their child’s confidence, resilience, and joy.
Sports Parenting + Brain Health
Why “I Love to Watch You Play” Are the Six Most Important Words for Sports Parents
Yelena Gidenko, PhDPublished on: 08/08/2025
Discover why “I love to watch you play” can transform your child’s sports experience, boost confidence, and strengthen your parent-athlete bond.
Sports Parenting + Brain Health
The Sports Parent Ego Trap: How to Recognize When You've Crossed the Line
Yelena Gidenko, PhDPublished on: 08/02/2025
Are you more stressed than your child on game day? Discover the emotional, behavioral, and physical red flags of over-identifying with your young athlete.
Sports Parenting + Brain Health