7 Ways to Help your Child Deal With Peer Pressure
Posted: January 15, 2019
Saying "No" to friends can be hard. Here's how to make it easier.
As kids get older, peer pressure can get in the way of how well they do in school.
Posted: January 15, 2019
Saying "No" to friends can be hard. Here's how to make it easier.
As kids get older, peer pressure can get in the way of how well they do in school.
Posted: January 07, 2019
by Rebecca Eanes on May 2nd, 2017
Posted: December 11, 2018
5 SIMPLE SELF-DEFENSE TIPS for the Holidays (and any days)
Practice safety during holiday shopping.
by: Howard Mallen
Posted: October 09, 2018
As we reach the end of October, the weather grows colder, the leaves change color and all the spooky ghosts and ghouls prepare for trick or treating fun! As parents, you want your little ones to have a fun, memorable and – above all else – safe Halloween. Here’s a complete safety checklist:
Safe Costume SelectionPosted: October 05, 2018
Halloween night is supposed to be filled with scares – but only scares of the pretend variety. Unfortunately, Halloween night poses a few unique risks for kids of any age. Here’s a complete checklist for keeping your little monsters safe while they’re out trick or treating.
Safety in NumbersChildren 12 and under should be accompanied by a parent or other trusted adult. When out trick or treating, accompany younger children to the door. Also, never let children enter the home or car of any stranger. Kids 13 and older are usually mature enough to trick or treat with a group of their friends. However, you want to make sure they only trick or treat in familiar neighborhoods. Be sure those communities and areas are well-lit with sidewalks, crosswalks and other pedestrian-friendly features.