Books, Education, Jewish Passover for Kids: Engaging Children in Passover Seder Spring has sprung and as the Center for Children and Youth is part of Jewish Family and Children’s Services, many in our community... Continue Reading
Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips, Siblings Four Ways to Shift the Dynamic of Sibling Rivalry “It’s my turn to use the computer!” “Mom said I could sit in the front seat!” Sound familiar? It can often feel as though siblings... Continue Reading
Discipline & Behavior, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips, Toddlers Mindfulness for Parents: Accepting the Parenting Moment Mindfulness for parents is the practice of intentionally paying attention to the present moment—without judgment—so you can respond to... Continue Reading
Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips, School Challenges, Special Challenges Separation Anxiety For Children At School Separation anxiety is one of the most painful types of anxiety because experienced, anticipated, and perceived separations are so... Continue Reading
Israel, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips Talking with Children about Difficult Topics All parents are driven by an overwhelming desire to protect their children. We believe our job is to keep them safe and to grant them a... Continue Reading
Choosing Schools, Education, Parenting Relationships, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips, Preschool, Preteens & Teens Choosing a School Community that Fits Your Whole Family I have worked with parents who are making school choices for their children for many years. They are always surprised when I talk to... Continue Reading
Birth - First Year, LGBTQ+, Mental Health, Parenting Relationships, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips, Preschool, Preteens & Teens, Toddlers The Impact of Community on Your Child’s Growth and Development We’ve all heard “it takes a village to raise a child,” and any parent who has scrambled to find a babysitter or been late to school... Continue Reading
Books, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips Parenting with an Accent: QA with author Masha Rumer As an award-winning journalist, Masha Rumer excels at weaving personal stories together with thorough research, resulting in a book that... Continue Reading
COVID-19, Mental Health, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips How to Talk to Children About a COVID Diagnosis Receiving a positive COVID-19 test in your family or community can be frightening for adults and children alike. Young children, who may... Continue Reading
Leisure & Vacation, Parenting Skills, Parenting Tips Activity Ideas for Kids that Encourage Independent Play During busy times of year, like a school vacation when the kids are at home, independent play can be a lifesaver. In addition to giving... Continue Reading
