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How to Find a Safe, Quality Daycare
Finding safe, suitable daycare is one of the more stressful undertakings parents of young children face. You have to contend with the logistics, such as the convenience of location and hours of operation, and of utmost concern is the safety and development of your child. National statistics on abuse and neglect by daycare providers aren’t […]
Understanding Ear Infections
Kids Health Watch is brought to you by our friends and Children’s Medical Group Ear infections are a common, and sometimes painful occurrence in childhood. To understand more about ear infections, let’s first talk about the anatomy of the ear. When you look at the ear, you are looking at the external ear. The external ear […]
Helping Your Child Handle “Big Emotions”
How can I help my child and myself handle big emotions? The clinical term for “big emotions” is emotional dysregulation, which is the inability to control or regulate emotional responses.The process of emotional regulation is complex and lifelong. Theoretically, we learn this skill first, the skill of relating to others second, and the ability to […]
7 Ways to Promote Your Child’s Healthy Lifestyle
It’s essential to keep our kids as healthy as possible to prevent illness. Maintaining good overall health in children is important, so they grow and develop appropriately. A child’s health encompasses physical, mental, and social well-being. My grandfather used to say, “if you have your health, you have everything.” If you and your child are […]
Should We Wait to Buy a House?
Q. Is it even worth it to buy a house these days? I’ve always been told buying a house is the adult thing to do and that it’s a great investment, but I can’t find anything decent and livable in my area for less than $350,000. My wife and I are debt-free, and we’re expecting […]
Is Your Child Talking to a Stranger Online (Part 2)
Last month we discussed the reality that your child may be talking to a predator online. This month I want to teach you the behavior signs you may see in your child and also what to look for when checking their devices. First, let’s discuss the behavior signs. Internet Safety 101 does a wonderful job […]
From the Publisher – February 2023
You were most likely concerned if you ran into me at any time on January 9th. My eyes were puffy and bloodshot, and I am quite sure I had the look of a lost puppy on my face. You see, that was the day that two of my babies went back to college after the […]
