Early Childhood & Parenting Support

You're doing so much. Let's make it feel a little more manageable.

Raising Littles is a calm space for parents of babies, toddlers, and young children. No judgment. No rigid rules. Just real support for real families.

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A calmer home starts here

Evidence-based support for the early years — when small changes make the biggest difference.

10+
Years working with families in pediatric & behavioral health settings

Who We Are

A place to slow down & make sense of it all

Many parents come here feeling flooded by advice. They read the blogs, listen to family, scroll through tips — and still, things feel hard at home.

The behaviors are confusing. The guilt creeps in. They start wondering if they're doing something wrong.

If that sounds familiar, you are not alone.

Raising Littles was created to give parents a calmer place to land — a space to slow down, talk honestly, and make sense of your child without being judged or told you need to do more.

"I am proud of myself for working hard to be the parent my child needs."

This work is about…

Understanding your child — making sense of their behaviors, not just managing them.

Understanding yourself — your reactions, your history, and what you bring to parenting.

Connection and clear limits — building a relationship that feels steady and supportive.

Realistic expectations — for real families living real lives, not textbook ideals.

No quick fixes or rigid rules — just thoughtful, personalized support.

What We Help With

Support tailored to your child's stage

One-on-one support for parents and caregivers navigating common early childhood challenges.

Infants

0–12 Months

  • Soothing and sleep
  • Excessive crying
  • Feeding and routine stressors
Toddlers

1–3 Years

  • Tantrums and big emotions
  • Hitting or biting
  • Power struggles
  • Separation anxiety
Preschoolers

3–5 Years

  • Anxiety and overwhelm
  • Listening challenges
  • Transitions and toileting

Group Sessions

Structured parent groups for shared growth

Now Recruiting · Tuesdays 7:30pm

Circle of Security Parenting Group

Understand your child's emotional needs, strengthen the parent-child bond, and respond with confidence and connection.

SPACE Model · Yale Child Study Center

Supporting Children with Anxiety

For parents whose child experiences anxiety, fear, or distress. Learn to support your child while building their confidence and independence.

Early Childhood Skill Groups

Common Challenges, Practical Skills

Focused groups on picky eating, sleep challenges, toilet training, and temper tantrums — strategies you can use right away.

Dr. Aliza Grodko

Credentials & Training

Doctorate in Child Clinical Psychology Circle of Security Parenting SPACE Model (Yale) PCIT PMH-C Certified NJ Infant Mental Health Specialist

Meet Dr. Aliza

Dr. Aliza Grodko, PsyD

"I'm an early childhood psychologist who fell in love with infancy and early childhood work because small changes early on can make a big difference in how children grow, feel, and connect."

Over the past decade, I've had the privilege of working with hundreds of families navigating the very real ups and downs of raising young kids. I'm also a parent myself, which has only deepened my respect for how complex and exhausting this stage can be. (Young children are wonderful, but they definitely keep us humble.)

My goal is to help parents better understand their child and feel more confident in how they respond, so home can feel a little calmer and everyone can breathe a bit easier.

Professionally, my work has spanned community, pediatric, and behavioral health settings. I spent seven years in pediatrics at Montefiore Medical Group and have since led the infancy and early childhood program at Premium Health Center.

I hold a certification in Perinatal Mental Health (PMH-C) and am endorsed as an Infant Mental Health Specialist through the NJ Association for Infant Mental Health. I also supervise clinicians in this important work.

My Philosophy

Children grow through connection. Parents grow through support.

Young children are still learning how to manage their big feelings. Their brains are developing, and they often communicate through behavior rather than words. Meltdowns, clinginess, and big reactions are usually a child's way of saying, "I need help."

A big part of my work is helping parents slow down and understand what their child is really communicating. When parents respond with connection and confidence, children begin to feel safer and more capable.

This work is also about supporting parents. No one gets it right all the time — and that's okay. My goal is to help you feel more calm, more confident, and more able to show up for your child.

Connection First

Behavior is communication. Understanding what your child is expressing changes everything.

Clear Limits

Boundaries aren't the opposite of warmth — they're part of what makes children feel safe.

Parent Support

When parents feel supported, children's mental health is strengthened too.

Real Families

No rigid rules or one-size-fits-all plans. Everything is tailored to your child and your life.

How It Works

Your path to a calmer home

1

Free Consultation

A no-pressure 15-minute call to share what's happening and see if we're a good fit.

2

First Session

Talk freely about what's been hard at home. Set goals together. Many parents leave feeling relief.

3

Ongoing Work

Weekly or bi-weekly sessions tailored to your child, your parenting style, and your family's needs.

4

Feel the Shift

More confident, more connected. A path forward that actually fits your real life.

Individual Sessions

One-on-one parenting support

Most of our work starts with you — talking through your child's behaviors, your reactions, and what you want to feel more confident doing. If helpful, we can also bring your child in for dyadic sessions.

  • Non-judgmental, calm space
  • Clear, practical support
  • Tailored to your child and family
  • Focus on connection and boundaries
  • Tools that fit real life

Group Sessions

Shared learning, lasting skills

Groups allow parents to learn practical skills in a focused, cost-effective way — while also hearing from other families going through similar experiences. Groups begin once 6 parents enroll.

  • Circle of Security Parenting
  • Child Anxiety (SPACE Model)
  • Sleep, feeding & toilet training
  • Temper tantrum support

Ready to Begin?

You deserve support that makes parenting feel less overwhelming

Schedule a free 15-minute consultation and take the first step toward a calmer, more connected home.

Email aliza@raisinglittlesnj.com
Phone 917-998-6560
Telehealth in NJ & NY In-Person Coming Soon

Start with a free 15-minute call

Share what's happening at home, ask questions, and get a feel for whether we're a good fit. No commitment required.

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