Nights can be challenging enough with a toddler — but if your little one has been struggling to wind down lately, you might want to consider blue light. Blue light, the kind that comes from tablets, phones, televisions and some… read more
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The Pregnancy Care Dream Team: How to Get the Support You Need for Yourself and Your Baby
They say it takes a village to raise a child — yet some mamas try to do it all on their own. Building your pregnancy support team can make a world of difference. Being a parent in today’s world is… read more
How Much Screen Time Is Too Much for Teens?
When school ends, structure often goes with it. Late mornings, looser routines and more free time can quickly turn screens into the default summer activity for tweens and teens. Whether it’s gaming, TikTok, streaming or nonstop group chats, summer often… read more
Dorm Packing Checklist: Everything You Need for Move-In Day
Packing for the first year of college can feel overwhelming — stressful, expensive and all too easy to put off until the last minute. To make things easier for you and your teen, I've put together an affordable, practical checklist… read more
Crafting with Katie: Kids’ Frog Craft
Warm summer nights are upon us and all the creatures are ready to have some fun! Join us in making this playful frog craft, and help her catch some yummy bugs for lunch! Materials Large white paper plate Green craft… read more
How to Talk to Kids About Strangers
Summer often brings more freedom for kids — vacations, camps, sleepovers, neighborhood bike rides and family outings to busy parks or airports. It’s a season filled with adventure, but it can also bring more moments when children may interact with… read more
Recognizing the Signs of Bullying and How to Stop It in Its Tracks
One in five children reports experiencing bullying. Here’s how to spot the hidden signs and stop it in its tracks, whether your child is the victim or the aggressor. Bullying is an increasingly common problem in schools and has been… read more
Is Your Toddler’s Biting a Sign of a Bigger Problem? Learn What’s Normal and What’s Not
While many toddlers may begin biting at home or daycare, this can be very stressful for parents and others on the receiving end. However, child development experts offer strategies for dealing with this often normal stage of development and advice… read more
When Can Kids Bathe Alone? A Parent’s Guide
Bathing is a self-care skill that all children need to learn. It is not as simple as telling them to wash behind their ears and calling it a day, as water safety is a big issue. How do we teach… read more
A Guide to Gainesville Driver’s Ed Programs and Requirements
From state requirements to local programs, here’s how to help your teen get started safely. Learning to drive is a major milestone, but it’s also one of the biggest responsibilities teens take on. That’s why driver’s education is more important… read more
