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Survival Kit Checklist Prior to a Hurricane Have a 3-7 day supply of each item for every person in your home. Water 1 gallon of water per person per day (additional water for bathing, etc.) Store water in clean plastic containers Food Purchase foods that require no...
When you are pregnant, your baby grows inside you. Everything you eat and drink while pregnant affects your baby. Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs) are the range of effects that can occur from drinking alcohol while pregnant. The effects can include physical...
Happy Thanksgiving!! – Merry Christmas!!! So why isn’t everyone having a good time as the holidays arrive? Because this is a time when parents are feeling stress – so much to do, so much money being spent, the arrival of relatives, rich food, an increased number...
Now that summer is here, and children and parents will be spending more time together, here are some tips that can help make the time spent together much more enjoyable – for both parents and children. Dr. Stephen Bavolek, who has developed The Nurturing Program,...
Hurricane Guidelines Consider your own emotions about the hurricane before you talk to your kids. As adults, we can’t help kids cope with their feelings unless we have dealt with ours first. Kids look to adults to help them understand the meaning of the storm and the...
Independence Day Celebration is never complete without fireworks. Depending on your county of residence and its rules you may decide on having your own personal show in your backyard. We thought you might appreciate a few Fireworks Safety Tips: Parents, always closely...
Alcohol use during pregnancy is the leading known preventable cause of mental retardation and birth defects in the United States. FASD affects an estimated 40,000 infants each year-more than Spina Bifida, Down Syndrome and Muscular Dystrophy combines. There is NO safe...
Going back to school is an exciting time for children and parents but it can cause some distress. The emotional well-being of our children should be a priority in our homes and schools. Since younger children cannot verbally express the emotions they are feeling they...
Child\’s Self-Esteem How To Increase Your Child\’s Self-Esteem: Show unconditional love. Express your anger responsibly. Make clear requests. Learn to listen. Take your child’s feelings seriously. Validate your child’s existence. Reinforce and celebrate...
Behavior Charts A behavior chart is an excellent way to help your child correct bad behavior. It creates an opportunity for you and your child to work together to monitor the progress of the child’s behavior on a daily basis. Begin by talking with your child about...
