Category: Parenting

Two kids throw Halloween candy into the air.

Halloween – Trick or Treat Safely

Costumes, candy, and trick-or-treating are fun things to look forward to during Halloween. However, it is vital to take some caution when planning out Halloween activities. Dressing your child in light-colored clothing and checking candy for holes are some ways to have a safe and happy holiday.

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Two happy girls share watermelon.

Healthy Snacks, Healthy Teeth

Encouraging kids to eat during their mealtimes can be a challenge. Instead, children may eat more snacks throughout the day; however, eating too many can cause cavities. Being selective about snacks can reduce cavity formation.

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The word "Resilience" spelled out on colorful rocks.

How Do We Help Kids Develop Resiliency?

Resiliency is the ability to adapt to difficult situations and bounce back from them. This skill is something that can develop through life experiences. A few ways to help your child become resilient are: being supportive, allowing them to overcome obstacles, and teaching acceptance.

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A little boy playing baseball.

There’s No Crying in Baseball!

Learning to talk about our feelings can help us cope and understand situations. Anger, a secondary emotion, can result in aggression though it might be sadness or frustration. Teaching your child to voice their feelings can reveal underlying emotions. Encouraging this type of expression can help calm your child and allow them to process their feelings.

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A little girl sleeping.

Is Melatonin Safe for Kids?

Melatonin is a naturally produced hormone in the human body. It helps us sleep; however, falling asleep can still be challenging at times. This post addresses whether giving Melatonin to children is safe.

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The word 'Empathy' spelled out in blocks with a colorful background.

Helping Empathy to Grow

Empathy is being able to put yourself in the shoes of another. It is an act of kindness that make someone’s day. Teaching your child to experience and express empathy can be done in the home by recognizing emotions and naming them.

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