Sep 12, 2023
How can families and child care providers help build healthy eating habits?Many factors can contribute to childhood obesity, such as genetics, eating patterns, physical activity levels, sleep routines, and social and physical environments. There's not just a straightforward solution, but there are multiple paths to support a child in starting healthy habits that will last into adulthood.
Aug 1, 2023
Medicaid Parents: Submit your review when it’s time to renew!If you’re like most people, it probably feels the beginning of COVID-19 was a long time ago. So if you are a parent who received Medicaid benefits, you may have forgotten about annual eligibility reviews. Learn how changes in Medicaid could impact your benefits and the steps to renew.
Jun 27, 2023
Tips to make the transition into child care easy for the whole familyLife transitions can be challenging for anyone, especially when it comes to the unknown. But when it comes to starting child care for the first time, parents and children often feel anxiety and discomfort about transitioning to this new stage of life. The good news is that there are many things you can do to help ease everyone's stress and help ensure your child is emotionally, socially, and physically prepared and ready to start this brand-new adventure.
Jun 6, 2023
What are safe sleep positions during pregnancy?It’s more than just beauty rest. Sleep allows the body to reset and repair itself. Unfortunately, many women have problems sleeping during pregnancy and have vivid dreams or nightmares. Loss of sleep due to fluctuating hormones and anxiety from stress can impact your health in general, especially when pregnant.
May 2, 2023
National Provider Appreciation Day is May 12On May 12, ABC Quality will join the National Association of Family Child Care Providers, National Child Care Aware and communities across South Carolina in celebrating National Provider Appreciation Day. This annual celebration recognizes the work of child care providers, teachers, and caregivers of young children.
Apr 18, 2023
How is ABC Quality making child care more accessible for families?Affordable, high-quality child care is a must for families in South Carolina. Child care not only keeps children safe and healthy, it helps them develop social, emotional, and communication skills they will need for success in school and throughout their lives. Unfortunately, many families in communities across the state have limited access to child care. But that’s where ABC Quality comes in.
