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26 Sep Managing Big Emotions: How practicing self regulation encourages co-regulation

Posted at 15:20h in Child Abuse Prevention, Parent Perspective, Parenting, Positive Parenting, Strengthening Families

By: Krystal Abreu Like many of us, self regulation was not a skill that was modeled or practiced in my home growing up. Self regulation was something I learned about when my oldest son was in his second year of life, at a time when things felt chaotic and completely out...

06 Sep WHO do I want to be as a grandma?

Posted at 12:28h in Parent Perspective, Parenting, Positive Parenting, Strengthening Families

Some of my fondest childhood memories are of sitting on the couch next to my Poppy watching CHiPs and Little House on the Prairie. My grandfather was a man of little words, he had a brain injury from a car accident and needed a cane to help him get around....

29 Aug Trading the “Look of Disapproval” for “I Got Your Back” is a Big Win for Parents

Posted at 12:13h in In The Community, Parenting, Positive Parenting, Strengthening Families

by Dr. Nancy L. Weaver You see a parent yelling at their child in public. What should you do? Let’s say you stop by the grocery store after a long day at work in a hurry to get something quick for dinner. As you’re rushing through the store, you hear a mom...

09 Aug Embracing the New School Year: Positive Tips for a Smooth Transition

Posted at 11:01h in In The Community, Parenting, Positive Parenting

The end of summer signals the start of a new school year, a time filled with fresh opportunities, new friendships, and exciting learning adventures. Preparing your family for this transition can be a joyful and rewarding experience. Check out some encouraging tips to help you and your children navigate the...

24 Jul Celebrating National Parents’ Day: Honoring the Heroes at Home

Posted at 11:00h in Parenting, Positive Parenting

National Parents' Day is June 28! It is a heartfelt celebration dedicated to recognizing and appreciating the incredible role parents play in shaping our lives and communities. It provides an opportunity to honor parents for their selfless dedication and the invaluable impact they have on their children's lives. Whether you're...

27 Jun Embracing the Realness of Parenting: You’re Doing the Best You Can

Posted at 15:09h in Parenting, Positive Parenting

Dear Parent, Let’s take a moment to strip away the filters and perfect Instagram shots to talk about the realness of parenting. It’s not all sunshine and rainbows—sometimes, it’s more like spilled milk and sleepless nights. But here’s the truth: that’s okay. It’s normal, and it’s beautiful in its own chaotic...

12 Jun His SAFE Person

Posted at 16:08h in Parent Perspective, Parenting, Positive Parenting, Strengthening Families

by Rickey GreenI will never forget the day I reviewed my youngest child, Kendall's, 5th-grade school project. One particular answer struck me so deeply that I had to sit down, overwhelmed by emotion. Today, I'm happily married to Alycia, the most amazing woman I've ever known. She is the epitome of...

08 May Community of moms: We are all in this together

Posted at 10:34h in Parent Perspective, Parenting, Positive Parenting

By Krystal Abreu After the passing of my mother to cancer when I was 10 years old, I remember thinking about how I wanted to have a daughter of my own some day. I craved to know what it would be like to have a genuine mother-daughter relationship. When I was...

02 May Joys of Parenting

Posted at 12:56h in Child Abuse Prevention Month, Parent Perspective, Parenting, Positive Parenting, Strengthening Families

Throughout Child Abuse Prevention Month, we highlighted positive childhood experiences and the highs and lows of parenting. We encouraged families to share their stories of a memory that stuck with them, parenting ups and down, a moment when they were a "good enough parent," or a memory from childhood, in...

06 Feb Nurturing the Nurturers: A Guide to Self-Care and Self-Preservation for Parents

Posted at 16:25h in Parenting, Positive Parenting, Strengthening Families

Parenthood is a journey filled with joy, love, and countless rewarding moments. However, being a parent also comes with its fair share of challenges. Balancing the demands of parenting, work, and personal life can be overwhelming, often leaving parents feeling drained and neglecting their own well-being. In the midst of...