Imagine two little 3-year-olds building a creation out of blocks. Just as she wants to take the last red block, another child snatches it away. Maddy’s reaction is to grab the block, shout “No!”, and start to cry loudly when the other child does not return the block. Escalating into anger and frustration, she throws …
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Of all Five Protective Factors (aka Five Strengths), Social Connections is the strongest predictor of well-being. When we have positive, accessible connections with supportive others in our lives, we can ask them for help, find emotional support, and share parenting experiences and information. These positive experiences also build resilience and help support children’s social and …
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It’s been a long day, and you’re running on empty. Everyone is hungry, and you’re trying to get dinner ready. Suddenly, your preschoolers get into a fight about a toy they both want to play with, and your baby starts to cry. What happens next? Parenting is both rewarding and challenging. The 2023 Stress …
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You just got into your car, after finally getting your 3-year-old buckled into her car seat, and… the car won’t start. For some reason, the battery died, and now you fear being late for work, after dropping your child off at preschool. What would you do next? Everyone needs help sometimes! In this example, maybe …
Protective Factors for Families: Concrete Support in Times of Need Read More »
Parenting is a journey! Before a baby is born, parents-to-be often feel excitement that can oscillate between happy anticipation and anxiety about the unknown future. After the baby is born, a process of adaptation follows. In a way, parenting is a process of constant adaptation and readjustment. Especially in the early years, children develop so …
Protective Factors for Families: Knowledge of Parenting and Child Development Read More »
Like a tree in a storm, families can be shaken by the many challenges that life brings. A storm can sometimes swoop in unexpectedly, causing the tree branches and leaves to wildly move back and forth. If the roots aren’t strong, the tree can be uprooted. If the trunk is dry, the tree can break. …
Do you remember the first time your little one discovered their hand? The wonder in their eyes as their tiny fingers curled and stretched as if they had unlocked a secret? Or maybe you can recall that adorable moment they brought their hand to their mouth, exploring its shape, taste, and texture, like a whole …
My Body, My Map: Early Lessons in Self-Respect and Anatomy Read More »
A recent survey of parents in the United States shows that while 82% of parents were expected to do chores in their childhood homes, only 28% are continuing to expect that from their children. This is an unfortunate statistic because there are a myriad of benefits that come to both the family unit and the …
It is such a heartwarming feeling to see that first little tooth peek through your child’s gummy smile! But as those teeth begin to grow, how can we make sure they develop into healthy teeth that will last a lifetime? Starting early with healthy brushing practices isn’t just about stopping cavities, it’s about creating an …
Did you know that 4 in 10 people have an insecure attachment style? Attachment styles describe how we connect with other people and they often stem from our early childhood experiences. Our attachment styles are influenced by the attachment styles of our parents, who were influenced by their parents, and so on. Luckily, when this …
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