Autism Resources for Newly Diagnosed Families
An autism diagnosis can cause a mix of emotions for a family. On one hand, you may finally have the answers you’ve been searching for to get your child the help they need. On the other, you now have the task of learning everything you can to best help your child live their life to […]
January 4, 2024
read more8 Parenting Goals to Start the New Year Strong
Helping to make your family safer, stronger, and more harmonious in this new year may not require a complete overhaul, but rather a few strategic tweaks. Here are some concrete and tangible parenting goals you can set for the year ahead. (Kids can have fun setting goals, too! See Healthy New Year’s Resolutions for Children […]
January 3, 2024
read moreEstablishing Your Family’s Own Video Game Rating System
Christmas has come and gone and with it, many children have brand new video games waiting to be played! Video gaming is a multibillion-dollar industry. It brings in more money than movies and music combined. This isn’t a huge surprise considering all the ways games can be played—on computers, game consoles, handheld devices, smart phones […]
December 27, 2023
read moreTeaching Time Management to Teens: Less Stress, More Balance
Time. All of us wish we had more of it. This goes double for busy parents helping their tweens and teens learn everyday tasks that support good health and self-sufficiency. In a busy world, making good use of time can reduce stress and foster self-confidence. This makes time management one of many tools that can […]
November 29, 2023
read moreHow to Plan a Balanced Thanksgiving Meal for Picky Eaters
Thanksgiving- a holiday often full of elaborate food traditions- can be extra challenging for parents of picky eaters. Who wants a holiday dinner turned into a battle zone filled with whispered bargaining? Fortunately, with a little planning, you can create a balanced Thanksgiving meal the whole family will enjoy! Here are some tips to please […]
November 22, 2023
read moreSeizures and Epilepsy in Children
Seizures are sudden events that cause temporary changes in physical movement, sensation, behavior or consciousness. They are caused by abnormal electrical and chemical changes in the brain. Here’s what parents should know about seizures, how to help someone who is having one and when a child may be diagnosed with epilepsy. Are There Different Types […]
November 15, 2023
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