Nov 17, 2020

“Don't talk to strangers.” Those are four little warning words that parents and caregivers have given to children for generations. Unfortunately, we do have to teach our little ones that there are people in this world who won’t always have their best interests in mind. At the same time, there are some instances where talking to a stranger can actually help a child who may be lost, in need of guidance or even as a way to simply help them learn to make conversations with new people. But how do we teach a child to know the difference between a good stranger or someone who may cause them danger?

Oct 22, 2020

For most parents and caregivers, it probably does not come as a surprise that children today spend less time outdoors than previous generations. In fact, according to several studies, children spend half as much time outdoors as children did 20 years ago. Most of the blame can be attributed to modern children’s enormous use of passive technology such as computers, smart phones and other forms of entertainment and media.  But parents and caregivers also contribute to kids not spending enough time outside—whether it be for safety concerns or simply not stressing the importance of being active in the great outdoors.

Oct 22, 2020

Whether you are searching for a large child care center, a faith-based center, or a smaller in-home program, the one common trait you should always seek in all options is the quality of the program. It can be hard to recognize quality — especially if you’re searching for child care for the first time—and a program that’s the best fit for your child. 

Oct 6, 2020

As any adult and caregiver know, we live in a diverse, multicultural world. No one knows this fact more than children who become aware of, and are intrigued by, the way people look and behave at a very young age. In fact, some studies suggest that babies as young as six months old stare longer at photographs of people who look differently than their parents. This indicates that children notice differences in other people right from the beginning of life.

Sep 29, 2020

As any parent or caregiver knows all too well, almost every child has his or her fair share of colds and coughs, stomach aches, and other illnesses that are a normal part of childhood. But knowing whether a child is too sick to go to daycare or school can be a tough call.

Sep 22, 2020

For families trying to juggle the many needs of a growing household while working or going to school, child care is one of the most beneficial options you can choose for your child. Child care allows a child to develop socially and academically as well as provide a safe, nurturing foundation for future success.