All posts in Health & Safety

Sep 22, 2020

What are the benefits of sending my child to a child care program?

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.

Sep 8, 2020

How do I help my child stop a bad habit?

From thumb sucking to nose picking, childhood often involves habits that may be thought of as “bad.” But even good children have so-called bad habits and they typically are used by children as coping strategies to help soothe such emotions and feelings as stress, boredom, insecurity, frustration, or unhappiness. The good news is that most of these behaviors are just phases—not serious medical or psychological conditions—and most children soon outgrow them.

Aug 11, 2020

Can playing in the dirt boost my child’s immune system?

If you’re like most parents and caregivers, you’ve spent a good deal of time teaching your young child the importance of proper hygiene. From taking nightly baths to scrubbing those little hands before mealtime to rubbing on the hand sanitizer, we all work hard to ensure our kids are staying as clean and germ-free as possible. But what if our kids are too clean for their good?

Jun 30, 2020

How to get help for a medically complex child in SC

For parents and guardians with medically complex children, there are many challenges and hurdles to overcome to ensure their child receives the best care and resources available. Medically complex children are defined as children who have chronic complex medical conditions that require ongoing care by several pediatric specialists and who may need specialized medical equipment.