The holidays often come with decorations, warm traditions, and extra time with loved ones. But for many parents and caregivers, this season can also bring a heavy dose of stress. Between packed schedules, gift planning, family expectations, and emotional pressure, it’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed. Although at times they...
by: Courtney Lauver, LCSW, Therapist at Bridge Counseling & Wellness in Louisville September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. While we would prefer to avoid thinking of this topic in relation to our children, according to SAMSHA (Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration), 3.2 million children aged 12-17 reported they...
For many families, report card day can bring a mix of emotions including excitement, pride, worry, or even stress. Parents naturally want their children to succeed in school, and grades often feel like a direct reflection of that success. But when the marks on the page don’t match expectations, parents...
by Taryn BellAs parents, we're constantly juggling endless responsibilities, often pushing our own needs to the bottom of the list. However, prioritizing self-care isn't selfish; it's essential for being the best parent you can be. Think of the airplane oxygen mask theory: you secure your own mask before helping others. If...
There are many milestones when it comes to parenting. First words, crawling, first steps, and everything in between. It can be fun, a little scary, and exciting to experience your child learning something new. Every milestone brings change—but some can feel a little more overwhelming than others. Potty Training. This...
By Kelly Gillooly, UofL Health – Peace Hospital, System Director of Behavioral Health The end of summer often brings mixed feelings, excitement for a new school year combined with emotions such as fear and anxiety. Transitioning back to school can be challenging. While it’s tempting to dive in with solutions and...
by Troya Carr, Program Specialist at ECHOThis blog is part of our ECHO: Keeping Kids Safe blog series. Raising Resilient Kids: The Importance of Teaching Coping Skills Now that our kids are spending more time at home for the summer, there’s no better time to reflect on how we can support the...
I have to admit that I love a list. A concise list is easy to digest and can be easy to remember. At the Kosair for Kids Face It Movement, we want to make understanding child abuse prevention easy, attainable, and maybe even enjoyable. While child maltreatment is tragic and is...
Winter storms and snow days can make it challenging to keep kids entertained while everyone stays safe and warm at home. Whether you’re caring for a baby, toddler, school-aged child, or teen, try some of these creative activities to bring joy, laughter, and connection during cold winter days. Here are age-specific...
By: Bailey BrewerWhile we all know it’s important to keep kids safe physically, it’s also important to know how to keep kids safe emotionally. Emotional safety is the safety you feel on the inside. Just like how kids need the bare necessities (food, water, shelter), kids also need to feel...