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Parenting a teenager
Published on December 20, 2013
Alternatives to hitting, yelling and name calling for parents and teens. -
Childhood obesity rates continue to rise, causing national controversy
Published on December 20, 2013
What we need to know and how to reverse the trend will begin with education for families, parents, children and community members. This will be the catalyst for changing behavior and move us all to healthier choices and environments. -
Healthy holiday snacking for kids
Published on December 19, 2013
With candy and cookies everywhere it can be tough to get kids to eat healthy during the holidays. Here are a few simple tips to incorporate the healthy snacks as well. -
What is your parenting style?
Published on December 18, 2013
Brick wall, jellyfish and backbone families span the range of parenting methods. -
Positive peer relationships can be nurtured in various youth settings
Published on December 17, 2013
Both school and out-of-school settings for youth programs offer opportunities for kids to build healthy peer relationships – including friendships. -
Toddler picky eaters
Published on December 16, 2013
Introducing new fruits and vegetables to picky eaters. -
Let’s have a family meeting!
Published on December 11, 2013
Whether formal or non-formal, families that check in regularly are stronger. -
The gift of media literacy skills pairs nicely with that new smartphone
Published on December 10, 2013
Help young people become critical consumers of media messages and images, prior to receiving a new electronic device this holiday season. -
Do your parenting practices contribute to bullying behaviors?
Published on December 10, 2013
Pressuring kids to “fit in” and be popular can contribute to issues of bullying. -
Healthy holiday treat alternatives for kid’s
Published on December 5, 2013
Tips on healthy holiday strategies and alternative goodies for kids.