June Staff Recommendations

We are expanding our Staff Recommendations!

Starting this month, we’re adding a new Feel-Good Recommendations column featuring uplifting books, movies, shows, podcasts, and more, handpicked by our staff. Click below to see what our team is recommending this month.

The Nightmare Upstairs: What Happened to Ty and Bryn?

Darcy shares, “This story is complex and the adults in this family all did some really questionable things. I operate through a lens of believing children, so I watched this with the mindset that the father did, in fact, abuse his children. This documentary touches on parental alienation as well as ‘reunification therapy,’ which are two topics the court must grapple with. I am glad I watched it, but I feel like so many people–and the court–let these children down.”

Want to find more information on child welfare topics?  See below for a few favorites.

Virginia Specific Information:

Voices for Virginia’s Children: Home | Voices for Virginia’s Children

Immigration:

Kids in Need of Defense (KIND):  Home Kids in Need of Defense (KIND) – KIND

ABA Children’s Immigrant Law Academy: Home – Childrens Immigration Law Academy

General Child Welfare Information:

Child’s Welfare League of America:  CWLA – Child Welfare League of America

Child Welfare News | Substack

Life is Short

Mary shares, “This Netflix documentary chronicles Martin Short’s life and career spanning over 50 years.  It is entertaining, insightful, and full of joy.  A feel-good antidote to a world full of difficult headlines!”

Kids Make Me Angry

Jaime shares, “Kevin Hart’s Kids Make Me Angry is a hilarious and relatable audiobook about the chaos, challenges, and joys of raising kids. Along with funny parenting stories, Hart shares experiences from his own upbringing, including growing up with a parent who struggled with substance abuse. His stories are entertaining while also highlighting the importance of patience, understanding, and resilience. It’s a fun listen for parents, caregivers, and anyone involved in supporting kids.”

Please be advised: this recommendation contains mature language and adult humor.

Missed last month’s recommendations? Click here to see what our staff picked.