Q: [All Ages] How do I teach my kids how to be prepared for an emergency? A: Teaching your children how to prepare for an emergency doesn’t have to be overwhelming—in fact, it can be fun! Spring is a great time to talk to your child about family emergency preparedness and the importance of checking […]
Stopping Your Child From Biting
Q: [Preschool to Elementary] My daughter bit her best friend. What do I do? A: There is nothing worse than picking up your child from daycare and receiving a note that he or she bit someone. Whenever a child displays behaviors good or bad, there is a reason for that behavior, biting included. Before you […]
Rainy Day Entertainment
Q: [All Ages] How do I keep my 5- and 10-year-old entertained indoors when they can’t play outside, like on rainy days? A: Keeping young ones entertained indoors can be easier than it sounds. Don’t feel overwhelmed when the weather gets bad, there are a lot of simple indoor activities that will keep little ones […]
Talking to Teens
Q: [Teens] These days it seems I can’t say anything to my teenage daughter without it turning into a shouting match. Help! A: Remember when you were a teenager and even the sound of your parents’ breathing seemed accusatory? Well, nothing’s changed—except now you’re the parent who is waiting to exhale. We all think we’ll […]
When to See the Doctor After a Tumble
Q: [School Age] My athletic 13-year-old has been complaining of aches and pains from basketball. Should I be worried? A: Childhood bumps and bruises are as common as sippy cups and mac and cheese. The risk of injuries may be amplified once jungle gyms, and organized sports are in play. While many injuries can be […]
Ways to Get Your Kids Moving
Q: [All Ages] All my kids want to do lately is to play video games or watch TV. How can I get them to exercise? A: In a day and age when technology is king, screen time is everywhere, and families keep busy schedules—sometimes we forget one of the most important things to our overall […]
Dealing with Growth Spurts
Q: [Adolescents] My son has been very clumsy lately. Could this be from growth spurts? A: As we watch our kids grow up, we see varying stages of their development that excite us. We see them get taller, their feet and hands grow, they get stronger, amongst other things. With this development, we as parents […]
Potty Training Primer
Q: [Toddler ] I’m having anxiety about potty training my little one. I don’t want to do the wrong thing. How should I start? A: The first rule of potty training is to not fear potty training. It will likely be messy. It probably won’t be easy. There will be unexpected setbacks and a few […]
Keep Healthy During the Holiday Season
Q: [All Ages] What are some tips for keeping my family healthy during holiday stress and flu season? A: The winter months are known for spreading happy holiday cheer, but also unhappy colds and other infections. Viruses like influenza thrive in colder environments. So when large groups of people come together, as with holiday parties […]
Does Screen Time Before Bed Make it Harder for Kids to Sleep?
Q: [Kids to Teens] Can time in front of a computer, TV or other device affect my kids’ sleep? A: After a long day, many of us want to come home and relax in front of the TV. But that instinct might affect the quality of our sleep. And for children, the effect of too […]
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