21 Sep National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Posted at 14:25h in In The Community, Parent Perspective, Parenting, Strengthening Families, Uncategorized

Joseph Bargione, PhD School Psychologist Bounce Executive Committee Member and Trainer Member of Louisville Health Advisory Board and Suicide Fatality Review Committee As our students settle into a new school year it is important to know that many of them continue to struggle with mental health issues, with one being suicidal...

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13 Sep Investing in Parents Supports Child Well-Being

Posted at 09:40h in Parent Perspective, Parenting, Strengthening Families

I can't be the only parent out there who is constantly riddled with mom (or dad) guilt. With three kids 6 and under including twins, kiddos with special needs, and a toddler, I'm just not sure at the end of the day if I always get it right. But, for...

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22 Aug Safely Storing Medications with Kids of All Ages in the Home

Posted at 11:27h in Parent Perspective, Parenting, Positive Parenting, Uncategorized

Remember when you took your first child home? I do. My daughter was over two months premature and was the tiniest human I had ever held. I had no experience with raising a human, really, I was doing good to just take care of myself! I thought I was prepared,...

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14 Aug Empowering Kids: Bystander Awareness Month

Posted at 11:01h in Child Abuse Prevention, Parent Perspective, Parenting, Positive Parenting

In a world where children are exposed to various situations, nurturing empathy and a sense of responsibility is crucial. August is Bystander Awareness Month and offers a prime opportunity for parents to engage their children in conversations about standing up against bullying and injustice. Let's explore the significance of this...

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31 Jul Back to School Transition Tips for Preschoolers

Posted at 10:19h in Parent Perspective, Parenting, Positive Parenting, Strengthening Families

The start of a new school year can mean going back to childcare programs or preschool after a long break, or attending a program for the first time. This often brings lots of changes, new routines, and meeting new people. You and your child may be approaching this major milestone...

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24 Jul National Parents’ Day

Posted at 14:17h in In The Community, Parent Perspective, Parenting, Positive Parenting

National Parents’ Day is TODAY! While it’s important to celebrate parents and caregivers every day, today we recognize parents and caregivers, celebrate teamwork in raising kids, and support those providing parental guidance in building strong and resilient kids and families. Parenting is one of the toughest jobs out there. It takes...

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14 Jul Back to School: Tips for a Smooth Transition and Successful Start

Posted at 08:56h in Parent Perspective, Parenting, Positive Parenting

As summer winds down, it's time to start thinking about the upcoming school year. For parents with school-aged kids, the back-to-school season can be both exciting and overwhelming. To help you and your children navigate this transition smoothly, we have compiled a list of practical tips and strategies. Let's explore...

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07 Jul Playing It Safe – tips for safe sleepovers and time with friends

Posted at 16:15h in Child Abuse Prevention, In The Community, Parent Perspective, Parenting, Positive Parenting

Are you considering sending your child off for sleepovers? Is your teenager hanging out at friends' houses? Trusting people with our children is hard, even at school or on a sports team. Trusting other adults to care for your child during a sleepover or play date can be especially tough....

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14 Jun Let’s Make Kentucky a National Leader in Serving and Protecting Our Children, Families, and Communities through Promoting and Advancing FATHERHOOD

Posted at 15:38h in In The Community, Parent Perspective, Parenting, Positive Parenting

By: Commonwealth Center for Fathers and Families  Kentucky is no stranger to being a national leader.  Unfortunately, we rank high nationally in several undesirable areas (consistent with the asset-based approach, I will not list these). However, I will say that according to reports prepared by the Children’s Bureau (Administration on Children,...

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31 May Caregiver Compassion Fatigue & the Importance of Self-Care

Posted at 14:57h in In The Community, Parenting, Positive Parenting

by Robin Schotter, Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C)As early childhood educators and caregivers, we give our all to the children in our care. Our days are full of activity – engaging their minds, challenging their skills, communicating with their families, and ensuring that their basic needs are being met. Children...

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