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Child Development
A child's first five years of development are critical.
There are so many things that affects a child's development. Positive relationships are a big factor along with their experiences at home and at play. While stress and trauma can have a negative impact on brain growth. We have tips to help with your child's growth throughout all phases of life.
Articles about Child Development
Kids
The Community Youth Development Program
Giving kids skills and confidence to meet new challenges
Babies
Real Help For First-Time Moms: The Texas Nurse-Family Partnership
Learn parenting skills in your own home
Kids
Does My Child Have ADHD?
ADHD symptoms, treatment, and support.
Kids
Bad Behavior at School? Let Us Help
Causes and solutions to behavior problems at school
Kids
7 Ways to Help Your Child with Self-Regulation
Help your child deal with his feelings.
Kids
8 Ways to Help Kids Deal with Life Changes
Action plans and ideas to address change together.
Kids
7 Ways to Encourage Social and Emotional Development
How to develop your child’s social-emotional skills.
Kids
Family Activities: Cooking Up Fun
How kids can help and be safe in the kitchen.
Kids
7 Ways to Prepare for the New School Year
Get ready for the first day of school and year ahead.
Toddlers
Helping Your Toddler’s Brain Development
The first three years of child’s life are key for brain development.
Babies
Help Your Unborn Baby’s Brain Development
A baby’s brain begins to develop in the womb.
Tweens & Teens
How You Can Help Your Teen's Brain Development
Tools to help your teen’s brain best develop.
Kids
How to Make Children's Sports a Win-Win
Win or lose - there are sports benefits for the entire family.
Kids
The Power of Play and Children's Games
Fun children's games to help with their pediatric development.
Kids
Kid and Pets are Great Together
Is your child ready for a pet?
Tweens & Teens
Helping Your Teen Become an Adult
Teach life skills that will prepare your teen for life after high school.
Babies
5 Ways to Help Your Baby's Brain Grow
Learn how to stimulate your baby's brain during the first three years.
Babies
10 Ways to Calm a Crying Baby
How to help your baby stay quiet and calm.
Toddlers
5 Steps to Deal With a Clingy Toddler
Why is my child so clingy?
Babies
Pacifier Do's and Don'ts
Learn when to use pacifiers and when to stop.
Toddlers
Expert Tips for Potty Training Success
Every child is different. Know when your child is ready for potty training.
Babies
Making a Family Calendar
Making a daily schedule for babies can keep your whole family on track.
Toddlers
Making a Family Calendar
Consistency is Key!
Tweens & Teens
Making a Family Calendar
Keeping up with teen schedules can keep the entire family busy.
Development
Tracking Your Child's Development
When a child feels connected, secure, and protected, it has a wonderful effect on their development.
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