Keeping Children Safe During the Holidays
The holiday season is right around the corner and while for many it is a time of celebration and excitement, the additional demands that come along with this time of year can add stress to the lives of children and families. From additional time commitments, events, and family gatherings, to increased financial demands, it’s easy […]
Growing Up
Just those two words! Think about how much time, effort, imagination, and power comes with them. When we were growing up ourselves, we spent time thinking about all the “big” questions- what would we be when we grew up, what veggies wouldn’t we have to eat any more, maybe how late would we get to stay up […]
Valentine’s Day and Books?
Valentine’s Day is here! It’s a day filled with hearts, cupids, and cards. We talk about how much we love and appreciate our family and friends. Love is such a big emotion. And for our little ones, sometimes ALL emotions can feel very big. But we can help them understand and describe their feelings. It’s important to begin […]
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 can be REAL. Whether the temperatures are too cold for outdoor play, or you’ve lost power due to a winter storm, we’ve gathered links to indoor activities for children […]
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 thought about that for a while…not just what I am thankful for but what will my kids and grandkids be thankful for? What will be the things your children […]
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 down as you reach for someone to catch you. No water slide splashing spray and making waves for you to shoot through and throw yourself into! Nope! This summer […]
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 process comes with its own set of factors, from location to availability. Ultimately, high-quality child care programs help prepare young learners for school, promote social-emotional intelligence, and increase their […]
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 relationship with others, developing gross motor skills, and showing off new talents and interests daily. The first 2,000 days of your child’s life are critical for their language, social-emotional, […]
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 of Pediatrics, children up to six years old should get between 60 and 90 minutes of outdoor play daily, a milestone that is often unreached by many families. In […]
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. The blogs offer, from a male perspective, some reflections on a unique though what I view as quite normal father-son relationship. Our story now includes Jake’s son, Landon, who […]