A New Year can mean changes to our daily habits, schedules or mental health practices. However, as we emerge into 2023 what if you resolved to be the parent you have always dreamed? This decision could impact your family for years to come, while bringing with it the...
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American SPCC is Pleased to Announce…
We at American SPCC are pleased to announce that we have been named one of the Top-Rated Nonprofits by GreatNonprofits, the leading website for community recommendations of charities and nonprofits. What is GreatNonprofits? GreatNonprofits is the largest donation...
3 Proven Ways Parents Can Lower Holiday Stress and Increase Joy
Holiday stress is real for many of us--and it can come crashing down our chimneys with reliable predictability. According to Harvard Medical School, 62% of adults experience "very" or "somewhat" elevated holiday stress levels (source). One of the top holiday...
The Impact of ACEs with Miss South Central Wisconsin
I remember sitting down on my couch and pulling a pillow on my lap. I was playing with the tassels to try and distract myself. I pushed the pillow against my lips to try and hide my face but I still wanted to make eye contact with my dad. Tears were streaming down my...
Opening Connectedness with Your Adoptee Through Transparency
Here’s one thing I know for sure: every human being wants to belong. We’re wired for connection and relationship. We want to feel seen, heard, and understood. We desire belonging within family, community, and within ourselves. Nothing severs the opportunity for...
Here’s What You Need to Know About Telemedicine for Kids
Getting your child dressed and out of the house can be a challenge in the best of times, and even more so when they’re sick and need to see a doctor. You can make things easier with telemedicine. If you’ve never seen a doctor online before, you might be pleasantly...
American SPCC Celebrates Giving Tuesday!
This Tuesday, Nov 29th, is the Global Day of Giving, otherwise known as Giving Tuesday! We hope you will consider giving to the American Society for the Positive Care of Children’s mission. American SPCC knows that understanding Positive Parenting changes families and...
How to Have a Conversation with Your Children about Divorce
Getting divorced when you have children is challenging no matter what age they are. Just like you have probably never dealt with divorce before, discussing something so serious with your children is probably new territory as well. If you are struggling with how to...
Why a Financial Donation is Important As a Supporter of ASPCC
Children are our future and in order for them to be successful, they need parents/caregivers with the capacity, skills and ability to support them. That’s why parenting resources, education and community building being offered by American SPCC are so vital. For more...
Tips on Having a Fun and Safe Halloween with the Whole Family!
It’s spooky season, which means jack o'lanterns, pumpkins, and candy for the whole family! There are many special memories to be made on Halloween, so before talking about safety tips, one of our biggest pieces of advice to caregivers is to have fun. Wear the silly...
How To Manage Tricky Financial Issues In The Home
For many parents, finances are tight. This is especially true in our current economic climate, with high inflation and fears of a recession. It is understandable if you are concerned about making ends meet. It may even be a source of tension between you and your...
An Introduction To Strength-Based Parenting: What It Is, Why It Matters, And How To Do It
Most parents want what's best for their children and strive to provide them with the tools they need to succeed in life. But we know now, the traditional methods of parenting can do more harm than good. Strength-based parenting is a positive and empowering approach...