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Happy black family talking during Thanksgiving meal at dining table.

Happy black family talking during Thanksgiving meal at dining table.

Talking About Your Family’s Mental Health History

Finding out which mental health disorders could be in your family tree might take a little detective work but can be valuable information for your own health.

Talking to Kids About the Dangers of Drinking and Drugged Driving

Young African American woman eagerly takes car key handed to her

Young African American woman eagerly takes car key handed to her

Many children learn about alcohol and drugs a lot earlier than parents anticipate so having conversations about drinking and drugged driving is important.

Family gathered around a table

Family gathered around a table

4 Ways to Keep Anxiety Out of Your Holiday Planning

COVID-19 is putting a twist in holiday plans this year. But a little prep work ahead of time will make this year’s celebrations smoother.

Ideas to Keep the Family Connected this Holiday Season

New normal online Christmas celebration. Cute sibling using laptop and festive fun props to celebrate Christmas with father via video chat, happy holidays, outdoor

New normal online Christmas celebration. Cute sibling using laptop and festive fun props to celebrate Christmas with father via video chat, happy holidays, outdoor

From virtual chats decked out in your holiday best, to recipe swaps of your family’s favorites, there are ways to celebrate together while apart this season.

Man buckling up his daughter in the car

Man buckling up his daughter in the car

Child Safety and Protection Month

November is Child Safety and Protection Month. It was created to raise awareness about the potential dangers that children face each and every day.

What is World Prematurity Day?

Premature baby

Premature baby

World Prematurity Day is observed every year to raise awareness of premature birth and the concerns that premature babies and their families face globally.

Mixed race young Asian children building tower with spaghetti and marshmallow learning remotely at home, STEM science, homeschooling education, Social distancing, isolation concept

Mixed race young Asian children building tower with spaghetti and marshmallow learning remotely at home, STEM science, homeschooling education, Social distancing, isolation concept

How to Work STEM/STEAM Lessons in at Home Using Household Items

You can encourage your children to do STEM/STEAM projects with things already in your kitchen, pantry and bathroom cupboards. 

5 Healthy Desserts Your Kids Will Actually Love

Banana slices covered with chocolate and nuts

Banana slices covered with chocolate and nuts

A sweet or savory treat can be healthy with the right recipe. Check out a few of our favorite lighter-but-still-delicious treats.

New elbow greeting COVID-19 alternative handshakes

New elbow greeting COVID-19 alternative handshakes

The Importance of Kids Keeping Up with Friends During the Pandemic

Connections to friends are important for children’s development and mental health.

Alternative Ways to Celebrate Halloween at Home

Girls loving this kind of exercises

Girls loving this kind of exercises

Health officials recommend we don’t trick-or-treat in the traditional way, but there are some safer alternatives.