Readiness for Kindergarten: A Parent’s Guide to Basic Skills
The Good Old Days
I began teaching first grade back in the dark ages — the 1960s. Back then, many children didn’t attend kindergarten, and...
5 Tips for Creating a Successful Back-to-School Carpool
It’s time to get back into the school mindset, which for parents means school supplies, packing lunches and carpools.A carpool arrangement can be the...
Back-to-School Health: What Parents Need To Know Before the First Day of School
As we enter back-to-school season, a to-do that might slip your mind is your child’s annual checkup and physical. Dr. Omar Jaber, M.D., MPH,...
First Relationships for Teens: 5 Questions for Parents
During the summer, teens spend a lot more time with their friends than during the school year. It’s possible that your teen may enter...
Easing the Growing Pains of Being a New Parent
By Theresa RiceWhat do you think of when you hear the word transition? If you are a parent, you probably think of kids and...
Supporting Your Middle Child
“Middle child syndrome” is a common phrase used to describe how middle children may feel left out or frequently compared to their siblings. In...
Moms Need Friends, Too
Go to any playground and watch two kids make friends instantly. Making friends as a little one can be as simple as being at...
Do’s and Don’ts: What to Say to Your Young Athlete
Participating in youth sports can be incredibly beneficial for kids, but when parents place a lot of pressure on their young athletes, they can...
How Do You Know If Your Child Needs Speech Therapy?
For new parents, watching as your child starts to talk is a one-of-a-kind experience. But for children with speech disorders, the road to communication...
Growing a Social Circle Is Natural: Here’s How to Support Your Child as They...
Part of the healthy development of kids is the expansion of their social circle. Each stage brings new social atmospheres, from joining a sports...
