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Kids
Balancing work, play, and school can be a full-time job. Let us help!
Our kids - we love them to the moon and back. But our kids can also make us crazy at times. Creating routines and finding family balance can help bring peace to the household. It isn't always easy but structure can help with mealtime, bedtime, and playtime.
Articles about Kids
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The Community Youth Development Program
Giving kids skills and confidence to meet new challenges
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The Kinship Program
A program for children who live with their extended family.
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Handling Toddler and Teen Power Struggles
A counselor’s secret to dealing with toddler and teen outbursts.
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5 Ways to Help Your Child Deal with Childhood Trauma
Dr. Greeley shares how childhood trauma and stress affect the brain.
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4 Ways to Help Kids Deal with Their Emotions
Professional counselor shares how to help kids manage emotions.
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How Daily Affirmations Develop Positive Self-Esteem
Dr. Lahai Shares Tips on Raising Confident Children
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Does My Child Have ADHD?
ADHD symptoms, treatment, and support.
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Bad Behavior at School? Let Us Help
Causes and solutions to behavior problems at school
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7 Ways to Help Your Child with Self-Regulation
Help your child deal with his feelings.
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8 Ways to Help Kids Deal with Life Changes
Action plans and ideas to address change together.
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7 Ways to Encourage Social and Emotional Development
How to develop your child’s social-emotional skills.
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Family Activities: Cooking Up Fun
How kids can help and be safe in the kitchen.
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5 Steps to a Healthier Parent-Child Relationship
Easy ways to build and maintain family bonds.
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Turning Bedtime into the Best Time
Use nightly routines to turn bedtime challenges into bedtime wins.
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7 Ways to Prepare for the New School Year
Get ready for the first day of school and year ahead.
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Pedestrian and Bike Safety Do’s and Don’ts
Teach your child how to walk or bike to school safely.
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How to Make Children's Sports a Win-Win
Win or lose - there are sports benefits for the entire family.
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The Power of Play and Children's Games
Fun children's games to help with their pediatric development.
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Parenting a Child with Anxiety
Anxiety in kids is normal and you can help them through it.
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How to Help Your Children Handle Anxiety
Kids often have anxiety and stress. It is important for adults to understand how to identify and address it.
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Kid and Pets are Great Together
Is your child ready for a pet?
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5 Ways to Help a Child Who Is Grieving
Recognize the signs of grief and how to support your child.
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Raise a More Confident Child
It's never too early or too late to build confidence in your child.
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Sibling Rivalry in Children and Teens
Siblings can be the best of friends but there will also always be a little sibling rivalry.
Relationships
Dads make a big difference
Being an involved dad doesn't have to be hard and even the smallest moments can make a big difference.
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