When smartphones were first introduced in the late 2000s, they were treated as a device for adults. But times have changed and today, even kids have access to smartphones, with children as young as 8 to 10-years-old using them. But we shouldn’t be too fogeyish about...
Unfortunately, child sexual abuse is not uncommon. If you find out a child has been sexually abused, it’s important to ensure the child feels safe before determining how to help them. You can call a helpline, utilize helpful resources, or contact an attorney for legal...
Many parents want their children to know at least one language besides their mother tongue. But what parents don’t know is that the earlier your child starts their foreign language lessons, the faster they will master it. According to research, children’s brains are...
Life continues to be trying for many families as we all navigate the challenges of working and learning from home while in isolation. Without normal outlets and distractions, the monotony of homeschooling can become difficult for many. Use this resource guide to...
Foster parenting can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be stressful. If you already have children at home, you have probably worried about how bringing a foster child into the mix will disrupt your home. Any new child, whether biological or foster, will create...
May is National Foster Care Month. Often, people have some serious misconceptions about the foster care system and requirements to be a foster parent. The choice to be a foster parent is not an easy one, but it can come with lasting benefits. Myth: Foster...
Childhood is made up of experiences- good and bad- that shape who you will become as an adult. From the time we are born, we are being shaped as a person. The love and connection we feel with our families help us to become healthy, well-adjusted adults. When we are...
Every April we observe National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising public awareness and empowering all survivors of childhood maltreatment. Institutionalized child abuse is one area of abuse that plagues thousands of child and adult survivors...
Child abuse has long-lasting effects on families and especially children. It can affect children’s physical, mental and emotional health beyond childhood. There are immediate effects to abuse and impacts that may not be seen until the teenage years or adulthood....
There are many different types of child abuse. Regardless of the kind of abuse (physical, mental, sexual), different abuse types can result in various physical and behavioral indicators. Physical Indicators of Abuse A child may have physical signs that they are...
Child abuse is when a parent or caregiver does something that results in harm to a child. There are many different types of child abuse. In over 80% of cases, the parent is the abuser. Child abuse can be physical, emotional, or sexual. Neglect is also a form of abuse....
An essential aspect of positive parenting is trying to make sure that your children lead happy, healthy lives, and a big part of a happy and healthy life is regular physical activity. This is why so many parents try to encourage their little ones to give sports a try....