Gift shopping is a significant part of many cultures and traditions, from birthdays and holidays to weddings and anniversaries. While it's a heartwarming gesture, it can also wreak havoc on your finances if not managed wisely. That's why budgeting for gift shopping is...
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Parent Coaching: 3 Ways to Help the World Heal, Starting with Our Family
Article originally published here at Dandelion Seeds Positive Parenting It sometimes feels like the world is crumbling around us, and it's worrisome, at the very least. As it is, even the stress inside our very own homes might be more than we feel like we can...
Learn When To Be Really Careful Around Dogs
Imagine this scenario: you're out for a walk in your neighborhood and spot a friendly-looking dog. You decide to approach it, thinking it's safe to pet any dog you come across. But the truth is, not all dogs are equally predictable, and not all welcome strangers with...
Empowering Neurodivergent Children with Joon Health Behavior App
At American Society for the Positive Care of Children, we understand that caring for neurodivergent children can present unique challenges. These children often require specialized tools and support to help them thrive. In this review, we'll explore how the Joon...
What is the Importance of Health Screenings for Children (or Parents)?
In the journey of parenting, there are countless decisions to be made, from the moment you welcome your little one into the world and onward. Amidst the chaos of midnight feedings and diaper changes, one crucial consideration often flies under the radar - health...
5 Ways Parents Can Ensure Their Children Stay Healthy
Ensuring your children stay healthy benefits them and sets them up for a lifetime of good habits. To start, it's important to prioritize a nutritious, well-rounded diet for our little ones to help strengthen their bodies and support proper growth and development....
Financial Planning for the Costs of Childcare and Medical Expenses.
Having a baby is an exciting and overwhelming life event. You may have already prepared for the final nine months of your pregnancy, but are you also prepared financially? Whether this is your first or fourth child, planning financially for childcare and medical...
7 Tips for Keeping Your Child Mentally Healthy While Studying
 In the way we take care of our physical health, we must pay the same respect to mental health, especially during the bad days when we feel stressed and anxious about life. That’s when we have to be strong, reset, and do things to help improve our mental state. As for...
The Impact of Healthcare Access on Child Development
Healthcare access plays a crucial role in a child's growth and well-being. From birth until age five, a child's brain develops rapidly and is highly influenced by environmental factors. Regular access to pediatric care and preventative screenings for developmental...
Expecting the Best: How to Make the Most of Your Pregnancy
Do you have a baby on the way? Congratulations! Pregnancy is a period of excitement, joy, and expectation. It can, however, also be a very overwhelming event. There are many factors to consider and choices to make when pregnant. Here are some pointers to guide you to...
Talking to Your Children About Climate Change
Your children may have questions about the changing climate. Many are hearing about or experiencing climate-change-fueled disasters such as wildfires and severe storms. Climate change affects everyone, but it impacts kids the most. Children are especially vulnerable...
Children and Nature: Are We Supporting the Connection?
Nature activities for children and ideas for using more natural materials in the child care environment. Children and nature have always been connected. We all are connected to the natural world. The natural world is one of the best environments for children to...