Grit, resilience, perseverance, and emotional intelligence are all crucial for success, but how can parents help their children develop these character traits at a time when the whole world is only a click away and [Read More]
“Your chewing is hurting me.” My 12-year-old daughter covered her ears with her hands and closed her eyes as if in pain. I sat at the kitchen table, nibbling on a ham and cheese sandwich, [Read More]
As parents, we do everything in our power to avoid an uncomfortable and painful rash for our little ones, but realistically, even the most diligent parent has to deal with diaper rash in the first [Read More]
Caring for a wailing newborn who seems inconsolable is exhausting, frustrating, and isolating. With fewer opportunities for social and emotional support or outside help with childcare and household chores, frustration may give way to anger [Read More]
Generally speaking, most parents want to teach their children about the dangers of drug abuse, but the truth is that it can be a tricky topic of discussion. You might wonder how much information is too [Read More]
August is National Immunization Awareness Month, and talking with your children about immunizations (or vaccinations) can be complicated. Make it as simple as you possibly can. Please don’t forget that your child must have the [Read More]
It’s not uncommon for college students to return with many loads of laundry and expect mom or dad to wash, iron and fold them all. One thing every teenager should know before venturing off to college [Read More]
Whether your child is struggling with summertime readings or putting off homework assignments, procrastination is real for all of us, but it can also escalate levels of stress and anxiety if not handled proactively. Approaching [Read More]
There are many things you can do to keep yourself, your kids and your senior loved ones safe online. Here are just a few. Find even more by exploring our site at https://iamcybersafe.org/s/. Online Safety Tips for Adults & Seniors: New Device Safety – Change [Read More]
With the 4th of July coming up, it’s important to remember to be safe while having fun! Fireworks shot off around Independence Day can cause all sorts of injuries – and 15 percent of those injuries are [Read More]
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