Cómo preparar a su hijo para un huracán

agosto 29, 2019 – Los niños y adolescentes pueden ponerse ansiosos cuando sus rutinas se ven perturbadas por desastres naturales como los huracanes o las tormentas tropicales. Los padres deben tratar de abordar esos temores de una manera objetiva y tranquilizadora.  Si usted mantiene la calma, sus niños a menudo seguirán su comportamiento.

Preparación para Desastres para Familias con Niños

agosto 29, 2019 – Durante momentos de desastres, la imaginación de los niños puede crear miedos que los adultos deben tomar con seriedad. Las palabras, las acciones y las expresiones de amor pueden proporcionar seguridad a un niño que siente miedo.

Video/Social Media Game Safety

agosto 03, 2016 – The latest trend amongst children and teens is video and social media games that encourage catching and collecting virtual characters. While these games encourage activity and family togetherness, they also cause safety and security concerns for families.

Healthy Tips for Kids Infographic

junio 25, 2015 –

Healthy, happy kids grow up to be healthy, happy adults. It’s a parent’s responsibility to instill good habits early on. Read on for more healthy tips for kids about eating nutritiously, spending time outdoors, clocking enough sleep, limiting screen time and staying fit and active from childhood to adolescence and beyond.

How to Talk to Your Child About Violence in the Media

diciembre 14, 2012 – The alarming events in recent news from  Newtown, CT, have continued to shock and sadden us all. As we take time to reflect, we’d like to share some resources for parents on how to talk to their children about difficult, and often frightening topics, such as violence and how it may affect them.

A Silent Cry for Help: Cutting and Self-Mutilation

mayo 06, 2007 – Acording to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, approximately 2 million people in the United States—mainly female teenagers—intentionally injure themselves every year. While self-mutilation can be a one-time, experimental occurrence, experts say this unhealthy coping mechanism can become addictive.

Talking about money troubles with your child

mayo 02, 2007 – Skyrocketing prices at the grocery store and high costs at the fuel pumps are forcing families cross the nation to rein in their spending habits. Adjustments can be challenging for all members of the family, including children. But take heart—it’s all a matter of reframing the situation and turning it into a positive experience for the entire family.