Feb 6, 2024

All young children need good mental health so they can learn to express and regulate their emotions and explore their environment. Early childhood mental health is defined as healthy social and emotional development. Safe, secure, and nurturing relationships increase these skills.

Dec 5, 2023

Hiring a babysitter for the first time, or when your regular sitter is unavailable, can be overwhelming. Breaking down the job into manageable steps helps.

Nov 21, 2023

If you see your child bite another child, or your child care provider tells you about a biting incident, the most important thing parents need to know is that biting is a normal childhood behavior.

Oct 17, 2023

Every family needs a little help sometimes. In South Carolina, there are many supportive programs to help your family through the tough times. Learn more from our special blog contributor, Children’s Trust of South Carolina.

Oct 3, 2023

When choosing a child care program, there are many things to consider. But for most parents, one of the top things on a potential provider checklist is to ensure your child will be in a safe environment. A safe environment can include many factors that affect your child's safety and security while being cared for somewhere outside of the home.

Sep 29, 2023

The need for affordable child care is one of the greatest challenges facing our nation. For South Carolinians, the good news is you may be eligible for financial assistance to help pay for child care over a certain time. The best part is parents can choose from an extensive list of ABC Quality monitored providers, ensuring their children experience a child care facility and environment best suited for them.