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December 6, 2024

Cold Weather Activities for Children

The fall and winter seasons can be a hard time to keep children entertained. When temperatures drop and outdoor activities are off the list, cabin fever […]
November 29, 2024

What Will Your Children Remember?

This time of year the leaves are turning colors, the air is cooling, and we all pause to think about what we are thankful for. I […]
June 27, 2024

The Summer Slide

It’s not the FUN slides we associate with summer. No backyard slide with your dump truck rumbling down. Not a nice, tall, park slide to squeal […]
July 14, 2023

How to Select a High-Quality Child Care Program in Onslow County

As a parent or caregiver, one of the most important decisions you will make for your young child is choosing a high-quality child care program—and this […]
November 4, 2022

Get to Know Your 3-Year-Old 

As your child grows and matures, you’re likely noticing several new changes in their behavior. At 3 years old, your preschooler is beginning to understand their […]
July 8, 2022

Tips for Getting Your Child Outside and Into Nature 

With summer upon us, it’s the perfect time to encourage your child to get outside and spend some time in nature.  According to the American Academy […]
December 3, 2021

Keeping Children Safe During the Holidays

The holiday season is here and while for many it is a time of celebration and excitement, the additional demands that come along with this time […]
June 18, 2021

This father-son trip requires more than a Rambler

A NOTE FROM THE AUTHOR: I recently collaborated on a series of blogs with my son Jake Potter for HERstory, a digital magazine aimed at women. […]
May 28, 2021

COVID-19 Impact Series: Why The Child Care Industry Is On The Brink of Collapse

This blog is part of a series on the impact that COVID-19 has had on the child care industry and children and families in Onslow County. […]
May 21, 2021

COVID-19 Impact Series: How Child Care Closures Impact Parents in Onslow County

This blog is part of a series on the impact that COVID-19 has had on the child care industry and children and families in Onslow County. […]